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EUEuropeMarie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026
The MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships provide funding to individual researchers to diversify their skills and gain international research experience. Researchers must move to another country (or have recently moved) to work on their projects at an academic or non-academic host organization. Two fellowship types are available: European Fellowships (mobility to/within EU Member States or Associated Countries, 12-24 months) and Global Fellowships (for European nationals/long-term residents, with an outgoing phase in a Third Country followed by a mandatory return phase to Europe, 12+12 months). The 2026 call has a budget of approximately €399 million.
Who can apply
Experienced researchers holding a PhD who wish to diversify their skills through international mobility. Researchers of any nationality may apply for European Fellowships; only EU nationals or long-term residents may apply for Global Fellowships. Researchers must relocate to or have recently relocated to another country to carry out their project.Perks & benefits
- Informational webinars (Rules/Options and Proposal Writing modules)
- Access to MSCA support advisors for questions
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