Research Council of Norway
New Research Centre for Petroleum (PETROSENTER)
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The Research Council of Norway's PETROSENTER programme funds the establishment of up to two new research centres for petroleum, with budgets of NOK 80-120 million over a maximum of eight years. The call supports long-term, targeted petroleum research at international standard, and is open to approved Norwegian research organisations only. This is a centre-scale instrument aimed at building sustained capability in petroleum science and engineering.
Details
| Funder | Research Council of Norway |
| Budget | NOK 80,000,000–120,000,000 |
| Deadline | 23 September 2026 |
| Duration | maximum 96 months |
| Eligible countries | NO |
Eligibility & scope
Establishes up to two new research centres for petroleum (PETROSENTER) for long-term, targeted research at high international level. Approved Norwegian research organisations eligible.
Who Should Apply
- •Approved Norwegian research organisations (universities, institutes, consortia)
- •Research teams with international-level petroleum science or engineering expertise
- •Multi-disciplinary consortia combining fundamental and applied petroleum research
- •Organisations capable of sustaining long-term (8-year) research infrastructure and staffing
Key Dates
- •Deadline: 23 September 2026
- •Maximum project duration: 8 years (96 months)
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Centre-scale proposals require institutional commitment and multi-year staffing plans; ensure your host organisation formally backs the application.
- ✓International collaboration strengthens competitiveness, include named partners and their letters of intent, especially from non-Norwegian universities.
- ✓Articulate the research centre's strategic fit with Norway's energy transition; petroleum research centres now compete for relevance against renewables investment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much funding does PETROSENTER provide?
Budgets range from NOK 80 million to 120 million per centre over the eight-year period.
How long can a PETROSENTER research centre run?
The maximum duration is 8 years (96 months).
Who can apply for PETROSENTER?
Approved Norwegian research organisations, including universities, research institutes, and consortia.
How many PETROSENTER centres will be funded?
Up to two new research centres will be established in this call.
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