# Chist-Era

**Funder:** SNSF
**Consortium:** Required — transnational consortia with researchers from several countries
**Frequency:** Annual
**Eligible countries:** CH
**Official call:** https://www.chistera.eu/
**Last updated:** 16 Aug 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Information and communication technologies and related fields. Multilateral initiative; Swiss researchers fully eligible. Funding provided by SNSF for Swiss-based project participants. See national annex of each call for submission details.

## Summary

Chist-Era is an annual ERA-NET call supporting collaborative research in information and communication technologies across Europe, with SNSF funding Swiss partners within multinational consortia. The call requires a minimum of three entities from three different EU member states, making it ideal for researchers building cross-border research networks. Swiss applicants access funding through SNSF and must follow the Swiss national annex guidelines specific to each call.

## Who should apply

- Researchers based at Swiss academic or research institutions
- Project teams spanning at least 3 EU member states
- Information and communication technology projects and related fields
- Applicants experienced in managing international collaborative grants

## Key dates

- Annual deadline (verify the exact date and call cycle on SNSF and Chist-Era websites)
- International consortium application with national submission through SNSF
- Project duration varies by call

## Tips for applicants

- Consortium building is essential, identify and secure partner commitments early, as the three-country minimum is mandatory and review panels assess consortium balance.
- Check the Swiss national annex for each call; SNSF submission rules and permitted costs differ from other participating countries.
- Lead coordination with international partners well in advance; timeline and eligibility can shift between annual calls.

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Chist-Era open to Swiss researchers?

Yes, Swiss researchers are fully eligible and receive funding through SNSF for their contribution to the consortium.

### Can I apply to Chist-Era as a single researcher or institution?

No, Chist-Era requires a minimum consortium of 3 entities from 3 different EU member states; single-partner applications are not eligible.

### How often does Chist-Era issue calls?

Chist-Era runs annual calls; the exact deadline and topics vary by year, so check the SNSF website for the current cycle.

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

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