# KiKa Research Programs 2026

**Funder:** KiKa (Stichting Kinderen Kankervrij)
**Budget:** Variable (larger program grants)
**Deadline:** 1 April 2026 (Pre-application due 1 Apr 2026 23:59. Full application 1 Oct 2026. Live Q&A Jun 2026. Reviewed once/year. Netherlands-based.)
**Duration:** 3-5 years
**Consortium:** Optional
**Application:** Pre-application → Q&A session → Full application (by invitation) → Decision
**TRL:** 1-6
**Frequency:** Annual
**Next round:** April 2027
**Official call:** https://kika.nl/submit-an-application
**Last verified:** 29 March 2026

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