Research Council of Norway
Industry-oriented Quantum Technology
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This Research Council of Norway call funds quantum technology R&D projects run jointly by companies and research organisations in Norway. It targets consortia aiming to strengthen business-research collaboration and trigger private R&D investment in quantum technology. The call runs annually, with the current deadline set for 14 October 2026.
Details
| Funder | Research Council of Norway |
| Deadline | 14 October 2026 |
| Consortium | Required — collaboration between companies and research organisations |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Eligible countries | NO |
Eligibility & scope
Invests in projects supporting a competitive business sector through quantum technology R&D, strengthening interaction between companies and research organisations and triggering private R&D investment.
Who Should Apply
- •Consortia pairing at least one company with a research organisation
- •Applicants based in Norway
- •Projects focused on quantum technology R&D
- •Teams able to show a path to private R&D investment and business competitiveness
Key Dates
- •Deadline: 14 October 2026
- •Call runs annually
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Frame the proposal around business competitiveness, not just technical novelty, the call explicitly prioritises a competitive business sector outcome.
- ✓Document how the project will trigger additional private R&D investment beyond the grant itself, as this is a named scope criterion.
- ✓Secure firm commitments from both a company and a research organisation partner early, since the consortium structure is a gating requirement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the Industry-oriented Quantum Technology grant from the Research Council of Norway?
Consortia combining companies and research organisations based in Norway working on quantum technology R&D.
Is a consortium required for this grant?
Yes, collaboration between at least one company and one research organisation is required.
When is the deadline for this call?
The deadline is 14 October 2026.
Does this call repeat every year?
Yes, the Research Council of Norway runs this call annually.
What kind of projects does this grant fund?
It funds quantum technology R&D projects that strengthen business-research collaboration and aim to trigger further private R&D investment.
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