# ERC Consolidator Grant (CoG) 2026

**Funder:** ERC
**Consortium:** No
**Application:** 2-stage: Step 1 (Part I only, panel generalist review) → Step 2 (full proposal + interview)
**Frequency:** Annual
**Official call:** https://erc.europa.eu/funding/consolidator-grants
**Last verified:** 21 May 2026

## Eligibility & scope

For researchers 7–12 years post-PhD (defence date 1 Jan 2014 – 31 Dec 2018). Host institution must be in an EU Member State or Associated Country. PI must commit ≥40% working time to project, ≥50% of total time in EU/Associated Country. Single-PI, no consortium required. Excellence is the sole evaluation criterion.

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