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STEP Calls dashboard

Explore open and upcoming EU funding calls for strategic technologies via the interactive dashboard below. Filter by sector, status, and location. Some are EU-wide calls organised by the European Commission, other are organised by Member States or EU regions.

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How to apply for STEP funding

To apply for an open call for EU strategic technology funding you will need to follow the instructions that are provided in the call documents and on the relevant website. Note that your project will compete for funding with those submitted by other applicants for that call. 

STEP does not create new eligibility rules. Project proposals submitted in reply to the available funding opportunities are assessed based on both the rules of each individual programme and the conditions of the relevant calls.

The award criteria ensure that all project proposals evaluated above the threshold and considered for funding and STEP Seal award meet at least one of the STEP conditions. 

Key steps to get started

• Identify the call for proposal that best matches your project scope/outline
• Check the call type: EU-wide or specific to a Member State/Region
• Carefully review the call documents to understand its scope, the eligibility, selection, and award criteria and any specific requirement that may apply.
• Follow application instructions:
  • For EU-wide calls: Click the green ‘Apply’ button and follow the Funding & Tenders Portal guidelines. Use your EU Login to access the submission system (register if needed). For more guidance, consult the online manual on the Funding & Tenders portal.
  • For national/regional calls: follow the instructions on the relevant national/regional website or click on the link for the call for proposals or the call for tenders.