# Tilgang til forskerpool for bedrifter i mineralsektoren og IKT-sektoren

**Funder:** Research Council of Norway
**Duration:** 1-6 måneder
**Frequency:** Continuous
**Eligible countries:** NO
**Official call:** https://www.forskningsradet.no/utlysninger/2026/forskerpool-bedrifter-ikt-mineral/
**Last updated:** 7 Sept 2026

## Eligibility & scope

SkatteFUNN-bedrifter innen IKT- eller mineralsektoren kan få refundert inntil 100 timer forskerkompetanse for å styrke forskningsinnholdet i prosjekter.

## Summary

This Research Council of Norway scheme reimburses up to 100 hours of researcher expertise for SkatteFUNN-approved companies in the ICT or mineral sector, to strengthen the research content of an existing project. It targets Norwegian businesses rather than academic applicants, and projects run for 1 to 6 months. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with no fixed deadline.

## Who should apply

- Norwegian companies with an approved SkatteFUNN project
- Businesses operating in the ICT sector
- Businesses operating in the mineral sector
- Companies seeking short-term researcher input rather than a full research grant

## Key dates

- Rolling deadline; applications accepted continuously
- Project duration of 1-6 months

## Tips for applicants

- Confirm SkatteFUNN approval for the underlying project before applying, since this scheme reimburses researcher hours only for approved projects.
- Scope the researcher engagement tightly to the 100-hour cap and 1-6 month window when describing deliverables.
- Because the call is continuous, apply as soon as the need for researcher input is identified rather than waiting for a batch deadline.

## Frequently asked questions

### Who can apply for the Forskerpool for the mineral and ICT sectors?

Norwegian companies with a SkatteFUNN-approved project in the ICT or mineral sector can apply.

### How much researcher time does this grant cover?

It covers reimbursement of up to 100 hours of researcher expertise per project.

### How long can a Forskerpool project last?

Projects run from 1 to 6 months.

### Is there a deadline for this call?

No, the Research Council of Norway accepts applications on a rolling, continuous basis.

### Which countries are eligible for this scheme?

The scheme is open to companies based in Norway.

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