# AAPG 2026 – Collaborative Research Project International (PRCI)

**Funder:** ANR
**Consortium:** Required — French and foreign laboratories or public partners (bilateral international)
**Frequency:** Annual
**Eligible countries:** FR
**Official call:** https://anr.fr/en/generic-call-2026/
**Last verified:** 20 June 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Funds bilateral international collaborative research projects between French and foreign laboratories or public partners. French coordinator must be based at a French institution. New 2026 measure: MRSEI Token (J-MRSEI) available for PRCI coordinators to access MRSEI-type support.

## Summary

The ANR AAPG 2026 PRCI funds bilateral collaborative research projects between French and foreign laboratories or public research partners, with a new 2026 option to access MRSEI Token support for project coordinators. French coordinator must be based at a French institution. The call runs annually.

## Who should apply

- Researchers based at French academic or public research institutions acting as project coordinator
- Teams with established international partnerships ready to formalize bilateral collaboration
- Projects spanning any research discipline eligible under ANR scope
- Coordinators seeking MRSEI Token (J-MRSEI) support for project administration (new in 2026)

## Key dates

- Annual deadline, see the AAPG 2026 call page for current deadlines
- Bilateral consortium required: French and at least one foreign partner institution

## Tips for applicants

- The French coordinator role is gating: only researchers at French institutions can apply as lead; ensure your French partner is formally committed before submission.
- The new MRSEI Token (J-MRSEI) option is designed for project administrative support, highlight this in your work-package planning if your international coordination has substantial management overhead.
- Check the AAPG 2026 call page directly for the exact deadline, application platform, and any domain-specific guidance that may affect your consortium design.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the ANR PRCI and who can apply?

PRCI funds bilateral collaborative research projects between French and foreign partners. The French coordinator must be based at a French research institution; the foreign partner(s) can be universities, public research organisations, or public partners.

### Is a consortium required for the ANR AAPG 2026 PRCI?

Yes, the call requires at least one French and one foreign laboratory or public partner. The French institution must be the coordinator.

### What is the MRSEI Token (J-MRSEI) in the 2026 PRCI call?

The MRSEI Token is a new 2026 measure available to PRCI coordinators to access MRSEI-type support for project management and implementation.

### How often does the ANR run the PRCI call?

The PRCI is part of the annual ANR AAPG call cycle.

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