# Tremplin ERC – Advanced Grant (T-ERC AdG)

**Funder:** ANR
**Consortium:** No
**Frequency:** Annual
**Next round:** 2026-01
**Eligible countries:** FR
**Official call:** https://anr.fr/en/open-calls-and-preannouncements/
**Last updated:** 10 Aug 2026

> **Recently updated:** catalog cleanup 2026-07-04: call closed per funder page

## Eligibility & scope

New 2026 instrument opening the Tremplin ERC scheme to applicants to the ERC Advanced Grants call. Supports French researchers preparing ERC AdG submissions. Eligibility linked to submission to the ERC AdG call.

## Summary

Tremplin ERC, Advanced Grant is a new ANR instrument launched in 2026 to support French researchers preparing submissions to the ERC Advanced Grant call. Applicants must be eligible for and intending to submit to the ERC AdG scheme. This programme bridges the gap between national funding and Europe's flagship advanced research grants, offering preparation support for mid-to-senior career researchers.

## Who should apply

- French researchers eligible for the ERC Advanced Grant call
- Researchers with extensive publication and leadership track records
- Mid-to-senior career scientists planning to submit to ERC
- Applicants based at French academic or research institutions

## Key dates

- First round: 2026-01 (verify exact deadline on ANR open calls page)
- Annual call frequency
- Eligibility contingent on concurrent or planned ERC AdG submission

## Tips for applicants

- Check ANR's open calls page for the precise launch date and submission window; the scheme is new in 2026.
- Link your ANR application timing to your ERC AdG submission schedule, the two must align.
- Clarify in your proposal how the ANR support strengthens your ERC AdG application; ANR panels look for strategic fit.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the Tremplin ERC, Advanced Grant?

It is a new 2026 ANR instrument designed to support French researchers preparing submissions to the ERC Advanced Grant call.

### Who is eligible for Tremplin ERC, Advanced Grant?

French researchers who are eligible for and intend to submit to the ERC Advanced Grant scheme.

### Is Tremplin ERC, Advanced Grant a recurring call?

Yes, the scheme runs annually, with the first round in 2026-01.

### Do I need to form a consortium for Tremplin ERC, Advanced Grant?

No, this is an individual call; consortium formation is not required.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/anr-tremplin-erc-advanced-grant-t-erc-adg-2026) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.

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