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MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026 (HORIZON-MSCA-2026-PF-01-01)

1-2 years (European Fellowship) or up to 3 years (Global Fellowship)

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This call page belongs to the MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship programme. The programme guide covers eligibility, budget, success rate and FAQ across every round.

MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships fund experienced researchers to undertake 1-2 year placements abroad (European Fellowship) or up to 3 years with mandatory return mobility (Global Fellowship), with living allowances and mobility top-ups paid through the host institution. Open to researchers holding a PhD with at most 8 years of full-time research experience who satisfy the cross-border mobility rule. This annual Horizon Europe call emphasises career development and training alongside scientific quality.

Details

Funder	MSCA
Duration	1-2 years (European Fellowship) or up to 3 years (Global Fellowship)
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

MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships support experienced researchers (post-PhD) undertaking international/intersectoral mobility. Applicants must not have resided in the host country for more than 12 months in the 3 years prior to the deadline. Individual fellowships; no consortium required. Proposals submitted in English.

Who Should Apply

•Researchers holding a PhD with up to 8 years of full-time research experience
•Applicants willing to relocate internationally; mobility rule requires not residing in host country more than 12 months in the 3 years before deadline
•Individual applicants with a named, committed supervisor and strong host research environment
•Projects with a clear career-development and training component, not only science

Key Dates

•Annual deadline (check EU Funding & Tenders Portal for 2026 exact date)
•Single-stage written evaluation
•12-24 months for European Fellowship; up to 3 years for Global Fellowship (includes 12-month mandatory return phase)

Tips for Applicants

✓The mobility rule is gating, verify you do not have more than 12 months continuous or cumulative residence in the host country in the 3 years before the deadline.
✓Evaluation prioritises the career-development and training plan; spend as much space justifying how the fellowship advances your independence as on the science.
✓A named, named supervisor with a strong MSCA track record in prior fellowships strengthens the implementation and feasibility scoring.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is an MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship?

European Fellowships last 12-24 months; Global Fellowships last up to 3 years total, including a 12-month mandatory return phase to Europe.

Who is eligible for an MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship?

Researchers with a PhD and at most 8 years of full-time research experience who have not resided in the host country for more than 12 months in the 3 years before the deadline.

Does the MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship pay a salary?

No; it pays a monthly living allowance, plus mobility allowances and family allowances where applicable, through the host institution.

What is the difference between European and Global Fellowships?

European Fellowships are 12-24 months within Europe; Global Fellowships add an outgoing phase (up to 24 months) to a non-EU associated country, then require a 12-month return to Europe.

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