European Commission
MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026
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| Funder | European Commission |
| Deadline | 9 September 2026 |
| Duration | 12–24 months (European); 24–36 months (Global, incl. 12-month return phase) |
| Consortium | Required — minimum 3 entities from 3 EU member states (Horizon Europe standard) |
| Application | Single stage |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Career stage | Early-career opportunity |
Eligibility & scope
Individual postdoctoral fellowships for researchers up to 8 years post-PhD. European Fellowships are open to any nationality hosted in an EU Member State or Horizon Europe Associated Country; Global Fellowships require EU nationals or long-term residents for an outgoing phase in a non-associated third country plus a mandatory 12-month return phase. Full-time commitment required; MSCA mobility rules apply.
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