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Tremplin-ERC Consolidator Grant
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The Tremplin-ERC Consolidator Grant offers €116,000 for up to 24 months to researchers who received an 'A' grade in the 2025 ERC Consolidator Grant call but were not funded. Applicants must be affiliated with a French public research institution and can work across all ERC disciplines (life sciences, physical sciences, social sciences). This is ANR's bridge funding to help competitive researchers refine proposals for future ERC rounds.
Details
| Funder | ANR |
| Budget | €116,000 |
| Duration | Up to 24 months |
| Consortium | No - individual applicant affiliated with a French public research institution |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Eligible countries | FR |
Eligibility & scope
Open to French or foreign researchers affiliated with a French public research institution who were not funded in the ERC Consolidator Grant 2025 call but received an 'A' grade at the second selection stage. Covers all ERC disciplines (LS, PE, SH). Call identifier: T-ERC CoG 2026.
Who Should Apply
- •Researchers who scored an 'A' grade at the second stage of the ERC Consolidator Grant 2025 call but were not funded
- •French or foreign researchers affiliated with a French public research institution
- •Applicants across all ERC disciplines: life sciences, physical sciences, and social sciences
- •Researchers refining research plans for future competitively funded calls
Key Dates
- •Annual call (2026 identifier: T-ERC CoG 2026; verify exact deadline on ANR site)
- •Up to 24-month project duration
Tips for Applicants
- ✓This grant explicitly targets researchers close to ERC success; frame your project as a stepping stone to resubmit strengthened.
- ✓Use the 24 months to address reviewer comments from your 2025 ERC evaluation, especially weak implementation or team-building elements.
- ✓Affiliation with a French public institution is non-negotiable; confirm your host institution's eligibility status before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Tremplin-ERC Consolidator Grant?
Researchers who received an 'A' grade at the second selection stage of the ERC Consolidator Grant 2025 but were not funded, affiliated with a French public research institution.
How much is the Tremplin-ERC Consolidator Grant?
€116,000 for a project lasting up to 24 months.
Which research areas does Tremplin-ERC Consolidator Grant cover?
All ERC disciplines: life sciences, physical sciences, and social sciences.
Can foreign researchers apply for the Tremplin-ERC Consolidator Grant?
Yes, if they are affiliated with a French public research institution.
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