The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026 call is now open, offering a total budget of €399 million to fund approximately 1,600 postdoctoral fellows across any research discipline. This flagship European funding programme supports experienced researchers wishing to pursue international or intersectoral mobility, acquire new skills, and advance their careers by working at a host institution of their choice.
Key Details
- Funder: European Commission – Horizon Europe, Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions
- Call Open: 9 April 2026
- Deadline: 9 September 2026 at 17:00 CET
- Total Budget: €399 million (approx. 1,600 fellowships expected)
- Monthly Living Allowance: ~€5,990/month (gross, country-adjusted) + €710/month mobility allowance + €660/month family allowance (if applicable) + €1,000/month research, training & networking costs
- Duration: European Fellowship: up to 24 months | Global Fellowship: 12–24 months + 12-month return phase
- Eligibility: Researchers holding a PhD (max. 8 years post-PhD experience), wishing to conduct research at a host institution in an EU Member State or Horizon Europe associated country
- Research Areas: All disciplines — natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, engineering, medicine, etc.
- How to Apply: Apply via the EU Funding & Tenders Portal — joint proposal with your host institution required
The MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship is one of the most prestigious individual research grants in Europe. It funds researchers from any nationality to work at any eligible European host organisation — including universities, research institutes, and companies. Global Fellowships also allow a research phase at a non-EU institution before a mandatory return to Europe. Applicants are encouraged to contact their prospective host at least 5–8 weeks before the deadline to prepare a joint proposal.
Always verify deadlines and details on the official Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions website before applying.