# CETP Joint Call 2026

**Funder:** CETP
**Deadline:** 8 October 2026 (Two-stage call — pre-proposal deadline shown; full-proposal deadline 2027-03-11)
**Consortium:** Required
**Official call:** https://www.era-learn.eu/network-information/networks/clean-energy-transition/the-cetpartnership-joint-call-2026
**Last updated:** 5 Jul 2026

## Eligibility & scope

CETP Joint Call 2026 — joint transnational call by the CETP European Partnership, listed on the ERA-LEARN joint-call calendar. Funded by national/regional agencies in participating countries; requires a transnational consortium. See the call page for participating funders.

## Summary

The CETP Joint Call 2026 funds transnational research consortia across participating European countries, with project funding managed by national and regional agencies within each consortium partner's home country. This is a two-stage call requiring coordinated teams across borders, with pre-proposal submission in October 2026 and full proposals in March 2027. Participating funders vary by country; consult the call page for your eligibility and available budget in your home nation.

## Who should apply

- Research teams spanning at least two countries in CETP partner nations
- Project leaders with experience coordinating international collaborations
- Researchers aligned with CETP's scientific priorities (verify on the call page)
- Institutions eligible with their national or regional funding agency

## Key dates

- Pre-proposal deadline 8 October 2026
- Full-proposal deadline 11 March 2027
- Two-stage evaluation process

## Tips for applicants

- Consortium composition is gating: verify that all partner countries are represented on the CETP participating-funders list before investing effort.
- Budget ceilings and co-funding rules differ by country; check your national funder's appendix to the call early to avoid scope creep.
- Designate one lead coordinator to manage submission logistics across borders; parallel submissions from each country are often required.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the CETP Joint Call 2026?

A transnational call funded by national and regional agencies in CETP partner countries, requiring consortia spanning at least two participating nations and evaluated in two stages.

### Is a consortium required for the CETP Joint Call 2026?

Yes, applicants must form a transnational team across multiple CETP partner countries.

### What are the deadlines for the CETP Joint Call 2026?

Pre-proposals are due 8 October 2026; full proposals are due 11 March 2027.

### Who funds the CETP Joint Call 2026?

National and regional funding agencies in participating CETP countries; consult the call page to identify your home-country funder and eligibility.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/cetp-joint-call-2026) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.

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