# Nasjonale forsknings- og innovasjonssentre for å styrke bærekraftige kommunale helse-, omsorgs- og velferdstjenester

**Funder:** Research Council of Norway
**Budget:** Up to Kr 93,000,000
**Deadline:** 20 January 2027
**Duration:** 84-96 måneder
**Consortium:** Required - kommuner, fylkeskommuner og forskningsorganisasjoner
**Eligible countries:** NO
**Official call:** https://www.forskningsradet.no/utlysninger/2026/nasjonale-forsknings-innovasjonssentre-barekraftige-kommunale-helse-omsorgs-velferdstjenester/
**Last updated:** 11 Oct 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Fremmer en kunnskapsbasert omstilling for bærekraftige kommunale helse-, omsorgs- og velferdstjenester. Kommuner, fylkeskommuner og forskningsorganisasjoner kan søke.

## Summary

This Research Council of Norway programme funds national research and innovation centres that develop knowledge-based solutions for sustainable municipal health, care, and welfare services. It funds up to Kr 93,000,000 for projects lasting 84-96 months, aimed at consortia of municipalities, county authorities, and research organisations in Norway working together on long-term service transformation.

## Who should apply

- Research organisations partnering with Norwegian municipalities or county authorities
- Municipalities and fylkeskommuner leading or co-applying on service-transformation projects
- Consortia focused on knowledge-based renewal of health, care, and welfare services
- Applicants able to commit to a long-term centre structure spanning 7-8 years

## Key dates

- Deadline: 20 January 2027
- Project duration: 84-96 months (7-8 years)

## Tips for applicants

- Build the consortium around a formal partnership between kommuner/fylkeskommuner and research organisations, since both are required applicants.
- Frame the project explicitly around kunnskapsbasert omstilling (knowledge-based transformation) rather than a standard research project, matching the programme's stated aim.
- Given the 7-8 year centre duration, lay out a phased plan showing how municipal partners will use and sustain results beyond the funding period.

## Frequently asked questions

### How much funding does this Research Council of Norway centre grant provide?

Up to Kr 93,000,000 per centre.

### How long can the funded centres run?

Projects are funded for 84-96 months, or roughly 7-8 years.

### Who can apply for this programme?

Kommuner, fylkeskommuner, and forskningsorganisasjoner (municipalities, county authorities, and research organisations) in Norway, applying as a consortium.

### When is the deadline for this call?

The deadline is 20 January 2027.

### Is this call open to applicants outside Norway?

No, eligibility is limited to Norwegian municipalities, county authorities, and research organisations.

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