EU Grants for Physics

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

Showing 18 of 78 grant calls

Forthcoming

Secure Computing Continuum (IoT, Edge, Cloud, Data spaces)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€19 000 000
Deadline:September 15, 2027
Forthcoming

Secure PQC implementations, Cryptanalysis and Post-quantum Digital Trust

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€19 000 000
Deadline:September 15, 2027
Forthcoming

Virtual Human Twins (VHTs) for integrated clinical decision support in prevention and diagnosis

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€39 300 000
Deadline:September 22, 2027
Forthcoming

Increasing the resilience of agriculture in water and nutrient-scarce environments through digital innovations

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€6 750 000
Deadline:September 23, 2027
Forthcoming

Enhancing Resilience and Accuracy in Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Systems and e-conspicuity solutions

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€21 000 000
Deadline:October 7, 2027
Closed

Capacity building in Higher Education: Asia

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
Closed

Capacity building in Higher Education: Sub-Saharan Africa

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
Closed

Capacity building in Higher Education: Cross-Regional

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
Closed

Capacity building in Higher Education: Pacific

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
Closed

Capacity building in Higher Education: Neighbourhood East

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
Closed

Capacity building in Higher Education: Western Balkans

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
Closed

Capacity building in Higher Education: Latin America

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
Closed

Capacity building in Higher Education: Central Asia

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
Closed

Capacity building in Higher Education: Middle East

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
Closed

Capacity building in Higher Education: South Mediterranean

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
Closed

Capacity building in Higher Education: Caribbean

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
Closed

Space Data Economy

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€5 000 000
Deadline:February 24, 2026
Closed

Lab to Fab Accelerators for Advanced Packaging and heterogeneous integration

DIGITAL JU Simple Grants

Budget:€50 000 000
Deadline:February 25, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions About Physics EU Grants

The European Commission offers a wide range of funding opportunities specifically designed for the Physics 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 Physics 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 Physics 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 Physics 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.