ERC Consolidator Grant 2027
Research
Funding organisation:
Europese Commissie
What?
The 2027 ERC Consolidator Grant call, with a submission deadline of 12 January 2027, provides funding for researchers consolidating their independent research careers and developing their own research teams.
ERC Consolidator Grants support ambitious, high-risk/high-gain research projects across all scientific disciplines. Applications are evaluated solely on the criterion of scientific excellence, considering both the research project and the Principal Investigator.
Key features of the call:
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Eligibility: Researchers of any nationality who obtained their first PhD between 5 and 15 years before 1 January 2027 (specifically, between 1 January 2012 and 31 December 2021 (inclusive)). Extensions of this eligibility window may be granted under specific conditions, as outlined in the ERC Work Programme 2027.
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Funding: Up to €2 million for a maximum duration of five years, with up to €1 million in additional funding available to cover further eligible project costs, provided these are necessary for the proposed research and duly justified. Researchers relocating from outside the EU or Associated Countries may request up to €2 million in additional funding.
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Research scope: All scientific disciplines are eligible, with no predefined thematic priorities.
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Host institution: The project must be carried out at an eligible host institution in an EU Member State or Associated Country.
Detailed information on the call, eligibility requirements, and application procedure is available on the official ERC Consolidator Grant website.
Proposal preparation – Internal procedures and support
Preparing a competitive ERC proposal requires careful planning and a strong research concept. The Research Funding Unit supports prospective applicants throughout the preparation and submission process.
Researchers considering an application are strongly encouraged to contact us at research@uhasselt.be as soon as they decide to prepare a proposal.
More information?
Upcoming events
(1) 30 October 2026 | 10:00–12:40 – mERCury webinar: Towards an ERC Consolidator Grant: From Promising Idea to Competitive Proposal
The network of ERC National Contact Points, mERCury, is organizing an online event for researchers interested in applying for an ERC Consolidator Grant. The webinar will guide participants through developing a groundbreaking research idea and provide insights into the ERC evaluation process. Participation is subject to registration.
Past events – recordings and resources
(1) Webinar on ERC Work Programme 2027
The ERC Executive Agency presented the funding opportunities under the 2027 Work Programme and explained the main changes prospective applicants should be aware of.
(2) ERC Starting and Consolidator Grants 2027 Calls – Belgian Webinar
An information session dedicated to the 2027 Starting and Consolidator Grant calls, with presentations on the application and evaluation procedures.
(3) UKRO Consolidator Grants 2027 Webinar
An additional information session providing guidance on preparing an ERC Consolidator Grant application.
Deadline
12.01.2027
Contact Hasselt University?
E-mail annelies.stockmans@uhasselt.be
Tel. +3211268070