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.

Showing 30 of 317 grant calls

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Integrating advanced materials, cell design and manufacturing development for high-performance batteries aimed at mobility (Batt4EU Partnership)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€4 000 000
Deadline:January 20, 2026
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Safety of Cyclists, Pedestrians and Users of Micromobility Devices

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€4 000 000
Deadline:January 20, 2026
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Real time monitoring of regulated and non-regulated emissions from all types of vessels and other port activities in order to enforce emission limits in waterfront cities

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€4 000 000
Deadline:January 20, 2026
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Predicting and avoiding road crashes based on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and big data

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€4 000 000
Deadline:January 20, 2026
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Development of sustainable and design-to-cost batteries with (energy-)efficient manufacturing processes and based on advanced and safer materials (Batt4EU Partnership)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€4 000 000
Deadline:January 20, 2026
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Innovative construction and maintenance, with the use of new materials and techniques, for resilient and sustainable transport infrastructure

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€4 000 000
Deadline:January 20, 2026
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Integrating inland waterway transport in smart shipping and multimodal logistics chains

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€4 000 000
Deadline:January 20, 2026
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Framework Loans

JTM Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€630 000 000
Deadline:January 27, 2026
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Standalone projects

JTM Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€630 000 000
Deadline:January 27, 2026
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Quantum Grand Challenge

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€4 000 000
Deadline:January 29, 2026
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Jean Monnet Networks in other fields of education and training

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€1 200 000
Deadline:February 3, 2026
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Jean Monnet Network on Internal Policy: A resilient Single Market to boost EU competitiveness

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€1 200 000
Deadline:February 3, 2026
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Jean Monnet Network on External Policy EU-INDIA

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€1 200 000
Deadline:February 3, 2026
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Risk Assessment in Eastern Eu

EUBA Type of Action

Budget:€6 000 000
Deadline:February 4, 2026
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Risk Assessments in Southern Eu

EUBA Type of Action

Budget:€6 000 000
Deadline:February 4, 2026
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Risk Assessment in Western Eu

EUBA Type of Action

Budget:€6 000 000
Deadline:February 4, 2026
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Risk Assessments in Northern Eu

EUBA Type of Action

Budget:€6 000 000
Deadline:February 4, 2026
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News - Journalism Partnerships - Collaborations

CREA Project Grants

Budget:€6 900 000
Deadline:February 4, 2026
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Capacity building in Higher Education: Latin America

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
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Capacity building in Higher Education: Western Balkans

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
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Capacity building in Higher Education: Neighbourhood East

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
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Capacity building in Higher Education: Pacific

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
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Capacity building in Higher Education: Asia

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
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Capacity building in Higher Education: Sub-Saharan Africa

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
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Capacity building in Higher Education: Cross-Regional

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
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Capacity building in Higher Education: Caribbean

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
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Capacity building in Higher Education: South Mediterranean

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
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Capacity building in Higher Education: Middle East

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
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Capacity building in Higher Education: Central Asia

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€113 117 100
Deadline:February 10, 2026
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Support for the implementation of the European Heritage Label

CREA Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€3 000 000
Deadline:February 11, 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.