# MRSEI Token (J-MRSEI) – Pilot Phase

**Funder:** ANR
**Consortium:** No
**Frequency:** One-off
**Eligible countries:** FR
**Official call:** https://anr.fr/en/open-calls-and-preannouncements/
**Last verified:** 20 June 2026

## Eligibility & scope

New pilot in 2026 for PRCI project coordinators: French coordinator (or a French partner) of an ANR PRCI project can request MRSEI-type support automatically granted from 2 years before to 1 year after project end. Supports European consortium building.

## Summary

The MRSEI Token (J-MRSEI) pilot offers automatic support for French coordinators of ANR PRCI projects to strengthen European consortium partnerships. Eligible PRCI coordinators can request support from two years before project launch through one year after completion. This one-off 2026 pilot is designed to help French research teams build and consolidate international collaborations.

## Who should apply

- French coordinators of active or planned ANR PRCI projects
- French partner institutions within PRCI consortia seeking to expand European collaboration
- Teams with concrete plans to develop or strengthen European partnerships during the project lifecycle

## Key dates

- Pilot launched 2026
- Support window: from 2 years before project start to 1 year after project end
- One-off pilot call (not recurring)

## Tips for applicants

- Eligibility is automatic for qualifying PRCI coordinators; clarify with ANR whether formal application or notification is required.
- Position consortium-building activities (secondments, joint events, networking) clearly in your request to match the pilot's intent.
- Check ANR's official MRSEI-Token documentation for precise budget allocation and deliverable expectations in this pilot phase.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the MRSEI Token pilot and who can apply?

The J-MRSEI pilot in 2026 supports French coordinators of ANR PRCI projects to strengthen European consortium partnerships. Eligibility is automatic for qualifying PRCI coordinators or French partners within PRCI consortia.

### When can I request MRSEI Token support for my PRCI project?

Support is available from two years before your PRCI project start date through one year after the project end date.

### Is the MRSEI Token pilot a recurring call?

No, this is a one-off pilot in 2026; it is not an annual or recurring programme.

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