# Vici

**Funder:** ZonMw
**Budget:** Up to €1,500,000
**Deadline:** 8 September 2026 (Full proposal deadline 14:00 CEST. Pre-proposal deadline was 10 March 2026 (closed).)
**Consortium:** No
**Application:** 2-stage: pre-proposal (closed 10 Mar 2026) → full proposal (8 Sep 2026) → interview selection (Dec 2026) → interviews (Jan 2027) → board decision (Feb 2027)
**Frequency:** Annual
**Eligible countries:** NL
**Official call:** https://www.zonmw.nl/en/subsidy/nwo-talentprogramme-vici-zonmw-2026
**Last verified:** 5 July 2026

## Eligibility & scope

For senior researchers at the consolidation/leadership stage who obtained their PhD within 15 years before 1 March 2026 (extensions possible). Applicants must demonstrate Vici will substantially advance their research group development. Proposals must be written in English and submitted via Mijn ZonMw.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/zonmw-vici-2026-09) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.