# SBEP Fourth Joint Call - 2026 (preannouncement)

**Funder:** SBEP
**Deadline:** 16 November 2026 (Two-stage call — pre-proposal deadline shown; full-proposal deadline 2027-06-14)
**Consortium:** Required
**Official call:** https://www.era-learn.eu/network-information/networks/climate-neutral-sustainable-productive-blue-economy/sbep-fourth-joint-call-2026-preannouncement
**Last updated:** 16 Aug 2026

## Eligibility & scope

SBEP Fourth Joint Call - 2026 (preannouncement) — joint transnational call by the SBEP European Partnership, listed on the ERA-LEARN joint-call calendar. Funded by national/regional agencies in participating countries; requires a transnational consortium. See the call page for participating funders.

## Summary

The SBEP Fourth Joint Call funds transnational research consortia across participating European countries through national and regional agency partners. The call requires a multi-country team and operates in two stages: pre-proposal followed by full proposal. Check the call page for participating funders and their specific eligibility criteria, budget caps, and research priorities.

## Who should apply

- Research teams spanning at least two participating SBEP partner countries
- Institutions eligible under their national or regional funding agency's rules
- Consortia with a designated coordinator from one partner country
- Projects aligned with SBEP strategic research priorities

## Key dates

- Pre-proposal deadline: 16 November 2026
- Full-proposal deadline: 14 June 2027 (for invited consortia)
- Two-stage evaluation process

## Tips for applicants

- Confirm your institution's eligibility under its national/regional agency before assembling the consortium; rules vary significantly across SBEP partners.
- Align your consortium composition and budget splits with the call page guidance, misalignment often triggers desk rejection at pre-proposal stage.
- The pre-proposal is highly competitive; use it to establish novelty and feasibility clearly, not to defer detail to the full proposal.

## Frequently asked questions

### Is a transnational consortium required for the SBEP Fourth Joint Call 2026?

Yes, applicants must form a consortium with partners from at least two participating SBEP member countries.

### When is the full proposal deadline for the SBEP Fourth Joint Call 2026?

The full-proposal deadline is 14 June 2027; only consortia passing pre-proposal review are invited to submit.

### Which funders participate in the SBEP Fourth Joint Call 2026?

The call is funded by national and regional agencies in participating SBEP member countries; check the call page for the complete list and their eligibility rules.

### How is the SBEP Fourth Joint Call 2026 evaluated?

It uses a two-stage process: pre-proposal review, followed by full proposal and evaluation for shortlisted consortia.

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