ERC Consolidator Grant (CoG) Call 2026 Has Opened – Take the Next Step in Your Research Career

This highly renowned Horizon Europe funding line is aimed at scientists of any nationality who want to consolidate their independence by establishing a research team in Europe or by strengthening their existing group here.

Choose a host institution in Saxony and contact ZEUSS to receive tailored ERC grantwriting support!

As a reminder, ERC-2026-CoG is still subject to the old eligibility rule: 7–12 years of experience since completion of the PhD. The updated eligibility rule (5–15 years post-PhD experience) will only apply for the 2027 calls that open next year.

Please also note that applicants relocating to Saxony from outside Europe can apply for up to €2 million in additional funding in addition to the standard €2 million for their five-year project!

Tap the link for more information on our #HorizonEurope services and to connect: https://zeuss-saxony.de/about-us/