The European Research Council will introduce a new funding scheme called ERC Plus starting in 2026. To support this, the ERC has published a dedicated information page that brings together key details on the new grant category.
The European Research Council will introduce a new funding scheme called ERC Plus starting in 2026. To support this, the ERC has published a dedicated information page that brings together key details on the new grant category.
The webpage provides information on the objectives of the ERC Plus, its positioning within the ERC funding portfolio, and the planned timeline, among other aspects.
The call can only be launched after the adoption of the updated ERC Work Programme, which is scheduled for January 2026. The publication of the call is expected at a later stage.The webpage will be updated on an ongoing basis and serves as the central point of reference for those wishing to learn more about the ERC Plus.
Information: ERC Plus Grant
