EU Grants for Education

Discover EU funding opportunities and grant programmes for the education sector. Browse open and forthcoming calls from Horizon Europe and other European Commission initiatives.

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Additional activities for the Sustainable Blue Economy Partnership (SBEP)

HORIZON Programme Cofund Actions

Budget:€7 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Improving analytical capacity and understanding of social drivers in agriculture to better assess social sustainability in the sector

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€7 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Empowering the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€7 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Supporting All-Atlantic Ocean Research and Innovation Alliance

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€7 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Open Internet Stack Support for Scale (CSA)

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€1 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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A services and business incubator for geospatial open-source developments

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€7 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Boosting data availability and AI solutions in food for consumers and food service professionals

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€7 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Increasing knowledge flows to practice within AKIS via EU thematic knowledge hubs

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€7 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Integration of control & monitoring tools and strategies for improved Fuel Cell System durability & reliability

HORIZON JU Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€105 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Innovative business models advancing renewable electrolysis integration in industry

HORIZON JU Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€105 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Improved components and tools to increase the safety of electrolysers

HORIZON JU Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€105 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Components Development and Experimental Testing for an Onboard Liquid Hydrogen Supply and Conditioning System in High-Power Fuel Cell Aviation Applications

HORIZON JU Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€105 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Embracing innovation in agriculture by peer-to-peer learning via on farm-demonstrations and cost-benefit analysis

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€7 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Large-scale Hydrogen Valley

HORIZON JU Innovation Actions

Budget:€105 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Multi-fuel SOFC powertrain for maritime transport

HORIZON JU Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€105 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Small-scale Hydrogen Valley

HORIZON JU Innovation Actions

Budget:€105 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Open topic: Develop Earth Intelligence solutions using environmental observations and state-of-the-art AI for sustainable competitiveness and policy making

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€12 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Fighting disinformation and effectively communicating on climate change

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€16 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Apply AI: Robotics for Manufacturing: Advancing Core Skills through Technical Challenges (RIA) (Partnership in AI, Data and Robotics)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€1 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Multisectoral approach to tackle chronic non-communicable diseases: implementation research maximising collaboration and coordination with sectors and in settings beyond the healthcare system (GACD)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€9 800 000
Deadline:April 16, 2026
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Skills and Talent Development

CREA Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€9 500 000
Deadline:April 16, 2026
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Unlocking the potential of citizen action for nature protection and restoration

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€10 000 000
Deadline:April 16, 2026
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Advancing research on the prevention, diagnosis, and management of post-infection long-term conditions

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€9 800 000
Deadline:April 16, 2026
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Establishing a European network of Centres of Excellence (CoEs) for Advanced Therapies Medicinal Products (ATMPs)

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€9 800 000
Deadline:April 16, 2026
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Deploying circular systemic solutions through living labs in cities and regions (Circular Cities and Regions Initiative topic)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€10 000 000
Deadline:April 16, 2026
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Enhancing and enlarging the European Partnership on Personalised Medicine (EP PerMEd) (Top-up)

HORIZON Programme Cofund Actions

Budget:€9 800 000
Deadline:April 16, 2026
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Identifying and addressing low-value care in health and care systems

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€9 800 000
Deadline:April 16, 2026
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Building public trust and outreach in the life sciences

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€9 800 000
Deadline:April 16, 2026
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Support to European Research Area (ERA) action on accelerating New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) to advance biomedical research and testing of medicinal products and medical devices

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€9 800 000
Deadline:April 16, 2026
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Innovative interventions to prevent the harmful effects of using digital technologies on the mental health of children and young adults

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€9 800 000
Deadline:April 16, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions About Education EU Grants

The European Commission offers a wide range of funding opportunities specifically designed for the Education sector. These include grants through Horizon Europe (the EU's flagship research and innovation programme with a budget of €95.5 billion), the European Innovation Council (EIC) which provides funding for breakthrough innovations, and various sector-specific initiatives. Funding types range from Research and Innovation Actions (RIA) with 100% funding rates, to Innovation Actions (IA) with 70% funding for companies, and Coordination and Support Actions (CSA) for networking and coordination activities. Our database helps you find grants that match your organization's specific needs, project stage, and funding requirements.
Applying for EU grants in the Education sector involves several key steps. First, use Grantalist to identify suitable open calls that match your project idea and organization type. Next, carefully review the call documentation, including eligibility criteria, evaluation criteria, and the work programme. Most EU grants require you to form a consortium with partners from at least 3 different EU member states or associated countries. Once ready, you'll submit your proposal through the EU Funding & Tenders Portal, which includes a detailed description of your project, work packages, budget breakdown, and impact assessment. The evaluation process typically takes 3-5 months, after which successful applicants enter grant agreement preparation. We recommend starting your application at least 2-3 months before the deadline.
EU grants for the Education sector offer diverse funding levels depending on the programme and action type. Small-scale grants through programmes like EIC Accelerator can start from €500,000 up to €2.5 million in grant funding, plus up to €15 million in equity investment. Collaborative research projects under Horizon Europe typically range from €3 million to €10 million for standard projects, while some large-scale flagship initiatives can exceed €20 million. SMEs and startups often benefit from higher funding rates (up to 70% for Innovation Actions compared to large companies) and access to specialized instruments. The exact amount depends on the specific call topic, project scope, consortium size, and type of activities proposed.
Eligibility for Education EU grants extends to a wide range of organizations. Legal entities from EU member states and associated countries (including the UK for some programmes, Norway, Switzerland, and others) are typically eligible. This includes universities and research institutions, large enterprises and multinational corporations, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with fewer than 250 employees, startups and scale-ups, public bodies and NGOs, and international organizations. Some calls specifically target certain organization types, such as SME-only calls or academic-focused research grants. Third-country participation is possible in many programmes, though often without EU funding.