The Xecs Call 5 is now live! We invite you to seize this opportunity to bring your ECS innovation to life with targeted funding available across participating countries.
Submissions for Project Outlines are due by January 22, 2026, at 17:00 CET via the Project Zone.
Selected consortia will then be invited to submit a Full Project Proposal (FPP) by April 16, 2026.
Learn more about the Xecs Call 5, timeline and requirements here.
Key Resources to Support Your Application
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Xecs Call 5 is open to proposals across all domains of the 2025 ECS Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda.
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National funding regulations and priorities may vary – we strongly recommend contacting your national funding body representative early to ensure alignment.
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Find your national contact points here.
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Need guidance on how to submit your proposal? Watch our dedicated webinar recording on navigating the Project Zone here. Check out some useful guidance in the slides by Patrick Pype, Xecs TEG Chair, here.
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Upcoming national webinars will provide deeper insights into funding conditions and eligibility. Stay tuned for the schedule here.
Xecs Matchmaking Event – Riga, October 9, 2025
Looking to build or expand your consortium? Join us for the Xecs Matchmaking Event in Riga on October 9, 2025, where you can present your ideas, meet potential partners, and explore collaboration opportunities within the ECS community.
Attendance is free, but registration is required. Find more information and the full programme here.
