2026 call for proposals under the EIT Higher Education Initiative
by European Institute of Innovation and Technology
2026 call for proposals under the EIT Higher Education Initiative, run by European Institute of Innovation and Technology, offers up to €1.25 million per project for an 18-month period. Applications close Jan 13, 2027, 5:00 PM GMT+1.
Benefits
Up to €1.25 million per project for an 18-month period
Equity taken: None
Eligibility
Consortia must include at least five funded partners: at least three HEIs from three different Horizon Europe countries and at least two businesses or industry partners. The lead coordinator must be an HEI.
Open to: Horizon Europe eligible countries
Timeline
- Deadline
- Jan 13, 2027, 5:00 PM GMT+1
Questions and answers
When is the deadline for 2026 call for proposals under the EIT Higher Education Initiative?
The deadline is Jan 13, 2027, 5:00 PM GMT+1.
Who can apply to 2026 call for proposals under the EIT Higher Education Initiative?
Consortia must include at least five funded partners: at least three HEIs from three different Horizon Europe countries and at least two businesses or industry partners. The lead coordinator must be an HEI.
What does 2026 call for proposals under the EIT Higher Education Initiative offer?
Up to €1.25 million per project for an 18-month period, for None equity.