MSCA COFUND 2025
Horizon Europe
Total budget for the call is approximately 101820280 EUR.
The project duration is typically defined in the grant agreement.
To co-finance doctoral and postdoctoral programmes.
To promote best practices in research training and enhance mobility.
Research organizations, universities, and non-academic entities.
Doctoral candidates and postdoctoral researchers.
Eligible organization types include universities, research organizations, and non-academic entities.
Organizations must be established in EU Member States or Horizon Europe Associated Countries.
Eligible countries include EU Member States and Associated Countries.
Non-associated third countries may participate under specific conditions.
Projects must focus on doctoral or postdoctoral training.
Must align with MSCA policies and the European Charter for Researchers.
Funding rates vary, typically covering up to 100% of eligible costs.
Matching fund requirements may apply depending on the specific call.
Submission deadline is set for June 24, 2025.
Evaluation period typically spans several months post-deadline.
Entities previously funded under Horizon Europe may apply.
No restrictions on concurrent funding unless specified.
Standard application form and specific annexes as outlined in the submission system.
Proposals evaluated based on excellence, impact, and implementation quality.
Scores are awarded on a scale of 0-5, with thresholds for funding.
Proposals undergo a formal evaluation process by independent experts.
Results communicated approximately 5 months after submission.
Priority given to proposals that enhance mobility and collaboration.
Focus on interdisciplinary and inter-sectoral approaches.
Projects must include a Career Development Plan for each researcher.
Competition may be high due to the popularity of the programme.
Encouragement of synergies with Cohesion policy funds.
Strong emphasis on international collaboration may benefit diverse consortia.
Demonstrating alignment with MSCA objectives and policies.
Clear articulation of expected outcomes and impacts.
Failure to adhere to application guidelines and page limits.
Engage with potential partners early to strengthen proposals.
Highlight unique aspects of the proposed training programme.