# Sonata Bis 16

**Funder:** NCN (Narodowe Centrum Nauki)
**Deadline:** 15 September 2026
**Eligible countries:** PL
**Official call:** https://www.ncn.gov.pl/en/ogloszenia/konkursy/sonata-bis16
**Last verified:** 22 June 2026

## Eligibility & scope

SONATA BIS 16 call from Poland's National Science Centre (NCN), funding basic research across all disciplines. Open to researchers at Polish host institutions; the international Weave-UNISONO and Trans-Atlantic Platform calls additionally involve foreign partner teams.

## Summary

NCN SONATA BIS 16 funds basic research projects across all disciplines led by early-career researchers at Polish host institutions. The call supports researchers building independent research groups with projects of varying scope and duration. This is a core funding stream for early-career investigators in Poland, open to all scientific fields.

## Who should apply

- Early-career researchers establishing independent research groups
- Researchers hosted at recognised Polish research institutions
- Projects in any discipline across basic science
- Applicants seeking to build a track record of independent research leadership

## Key dates

- Deadline: 15 September 2026
- Basic research projects of flexible scope and timeline

## Tips for applicants

- Tailor your project scope to the SONATA BIS 16 budget level; oversized proposals face evaluation risk.
- Include a clear pathway to independence from your previous group or mentor, panels expect evidence of developing your own research direction.
- Polish institutions value demonstrated potential; a strong publication trajectory relative to career stage strengthens the case.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is NCN SONATA BIS 16?

SONATA BIS 16 is a core funding call from Poland's National Science Centre (NCN) for basic research projects led by early-career researchers at Polish host institutions, open across all scientific disciplines.

### Who can apply for NCN SONATA BIS 16?

Early-career researchers hosted at recognised Polish research institutions; the call is discipline-agnostic.

### When is the deadline for NCN SONATA BIS 16?

The deadline is 15 September 2026.

### Can international researchers apply to NCN SONATA BIS 16?

The main call requires a Polish host institution; however, international collaboration is possible through related NCN calls such as Weave-UNISONO and Trans-Atlantic Platform.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/ncn-narodowe-centrum-nauki-sonata-bis-16-2026-09) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.