EU Grants for Telecommunications

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

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Global collaboration action towards better prevention, treatment and clinical management of HIV co-infections or co-morbidities in sub-Saharan Africa

HORIZON JU Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€33 900 000
Deadline:March 4, 2026
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Upskilling and reskilling

PPPA Project Grants

Budget:€1 600 000
Deadline:March 4, 2026
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Global collaboration action on climate and health in sub-Saharan Africa

HORIZON JU Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€25 000 000
Deadline:March 4, 2026
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Partnerships for Cooperation - Cooperation Partnerships in the field of education and training submitted by European NGOs

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€5 000 000
Deadline:March 5, 2026
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Cooperation Partnerships

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€38 136 000
Deadline:March 5, 2026
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Small-scale Partnerships

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€38 136 000
Deadline:March 5, 2026
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European Startup and Scaleup Hubs pilot

HORIZON Programme Cofund Actions

Budget:€20 000 000
Deadline:March 10, 2026
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Pillar IV: Advancing Knowledge for ERA

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€4 000 000
Deadline:March 12, 2026
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Pillar I: Building institutional capacities for ethical, equitable, open, and inclusive ERA

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€4 000 000
Deadline:March 12, 2026
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Pillar II: Strengthening ecosystems for open, ethical, and sustainable ERA

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€4 000 000
Deadline:March 12, 2026
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Pillar III: Science comes to town 2028

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€4 000 000
Deadline:March 12, 2026
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Innovative AI methods and technologies for the process industries (RIA) (Processes4Planet and AI, Data and Robotics partnerships)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€38 000 000
Deadline:March 17, 2026
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Capacity Building Cap2b

I3 Project Grants

Budget:€9 800 000
Deadline:March 19, 2026
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European Degree Pathway Projects

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€1 000 000
Deadline:March 19, 2026
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A European Benchmarking Framework for hybrid quantum-classical computing

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€2 000 000
Deadline:March 24, 2026
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Erasmus+ Virtual Exchanges in South Mediterranean Countries

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€5 174 285
Deadline:March 26, 2026
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Erasmus+ Virtual Exchanges in Sub-Saharan Africa

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€5 174 285
Deadline:March 26, 2026
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Erasmus+ Virtual Exchanges in Western Balkans

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€5 174 285
Deadline:March 26, 2026
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Capacity building in VET in Sub-Saharan Africa

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€3 800 000
Deadline:March 26, 2026
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Capacity building in VET in Latin America

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€3 800 000
Deadline:March 26, 2026
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Capacity building in VET in Neighbourhood East

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€3 800 000
Deadline:March 26, 2026
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Capacity building in VET in Caribbean

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€3 800 000
Deadline:March 26, 2026
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Erasmus+ Virtual Exchanges in Neighbourhood East

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€5 174 285
Deadline:March 26, 2026
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Capacity building in VET in South Mediterranean Countries

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€3 800 000
Deadline:March 26, 2026
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Capacity building in VET in Western Balkans

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€3 800 000
Deadline:March 26, 2026
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Coordinated preparedness testing and other preparedness actions

DIGITAL JU Simple Grants

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:March 31, 2026
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Development of direct recycling processes (BATT4EU Partnership)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€25 000 000
Deadline:March 31, 2026
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Regional Cable Hubs

DIGITAL JU Simple Grants

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:March 31, 2026
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Strengthening skills and capacity for the deployment of EU Missions

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€1 000 000
Deadline:March 31, 2026
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Cybersecure tools, technologies and services relying on AI

DIGITAL JU Simple Grants

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:March 31, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions About Telecommunications EU Grants

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