Under Horizon Europe’s Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA), the European Commission funds research and innovation projects to boost top researchers’ careers through mobility and innovative doctoral and postdoctoral training. Find out more in this video and factsheets, as well as the MSCA Work Programme:
Following feedback from various stakeholders, there are a number of changes to the MSCA under Horizon Europe (2021-2027), compared to the previous programme Horizon 2020 (2014-2020). Please consult this page to discover the differences.
Should you be interested in ERA Fellowships, which build on the MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2023 action, please consult our Widening participation and spreading excellence webpage.
Funding opportunities
Next call for proposals opens on 28 May 2025
Next call for proposals opens on 9 April 2025
Next call for proposals opens on 27 March 2025
Submit your proposal by 24 June 2025
Next call for proposals opens on 17 June 2025
This call closed on 4 September 2024
This call closed on 5 September 2024
Apply for funding
Information on eligibility for MSCA fellowships and project funding
Overview of the application process, guidance and templates
Resources and contact points to help you prepare your proposal
What you should comply with when applying for funding and implementing your project
What to comply with when applying for funding and implementing your project
How to manage your project / fellowship
Comply with the conditions defined in your grant agreement
Tips and requirements on communicating your project
Advice and resources on how to disseminate and exploit your project results
Guidelines on the contractual management of your project and reporting
How to effectively inform policymakers of your findings and maximise your policy impact
News
A Commission Communication outlining the key policy and budgetary challenges that will shape the the next EU long-term budget is now available.
1696 outstanding postdoctoral researchers were selected for funding among 10,360 applicants.
The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA), the European Union’s reference programme for doctoral education and postdoctoral training, plays a vital role in supporting Europe’s progress towards gender equality in research and innovation.
Over the last few weeks, we have been communicating about the benefits of sharing scientific results, and we have also provided some guidance for you to make the most of your research findings. We have now prepared a summary for you.
Publications
Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions, Developing talents, advancing research : almost 30 years of EU support to researchers’ skills and career development
Management of the MSCA special needs in H2020 legacy grants and Horizon Europe grants
Developing talents, advancing research : new study demonstrates the innovative dimension of MSCA doctoral programmes
After their fellowship, Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) fellows are requested to complete two short surveys covering various issues including their integration within the host institution and the impact of the fellowship on their skills development, career and employability.