# EJP Rare Diseases

**Funder:** SNSF
**Consortium:** Required — minimum 3 entities from 3 EU member states
**Frequency:** Annual
**Eligible countries:** CH
**Official call:** https://www.ejprarediseases.org/
**Last verified:** 8 July 2026

## Eligibility & scope

European Joint Programme on rare diseases. Swiss researchers are fully eligible; SNSF funds the Swiss partner. Transnational consortium required. See national annex of each call for Swiss-specific submission requirements.

## Summary

The EJP Rare Diseases programme funds transnational consortia to conduct research on rare diseases, with Swiss researchers fully eligible to participate. SNSF funds the Swiss partner(s) directly through this scheme, which requires a minimum of three countries per consortium. Calls are recurring and submission rules vary by call; consult the national annex for each round.

## Who should apply

- Swiss researchers and research groups working on rare disease topics
- Applicants able to form or join a consortium spanning at least 3 countries
- Fundamental and translational researchers in rare disease domains
- Teams willing to coordinate across borders and comply with each call's national annex requirements

## Key dates

- Deadline varies by call; consult the EJP Rare Diseases and SNSF websites for upcoming rounds
- Multi-country consortium formation required before submission
- Project duration and funding level vary by call

## Tips for applicants

- Each call publishes a national annex specific to Switzerland, this document governs SNSF funding rules and submission format; do not rely on the main call text alone.
- Consortium strength is critical: partner institutions must be formally committed and named in the application; informal agreements will not pass SNSF review.
- Coordinate with your international partners early; SNSF has strict co-funding and co-authorship rules for transnational calls.

## Frequently asked questions

### Can Swiss researchers apply to EJP Rare Diseases?

Yes, Swiss researchers are fully eligible and SNSF funds the Swiss partners directly.

### Is a consortium required for EJP Rare Diseases?

Yes, a minimum of 3 countries must be represented in the consortium.

### Where do I find the deadline and submission rules for EJP Rare Diseases?

Deadline and submission rules vary by call; consult the national annex published by SNSF for each round, as it governs Swiss eligibility and funding conditions.

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