Funds collaborative defence research and capability development, with dedicated support and bonus funding rates for SMEs entering defence supply chains.
Open calls, soonest deadline first
The 20 closing soonest of 35 — filter the full table ›
Questions founders ask about the European Defence Fund
When is the next deadline under the European Defence Fund?
29 Sep 2026, for New abilities in over-the-horizon sensing.
Can a single company apply to the European Defence Fund, or is a consortium required?
4 of the 35 open calls under the European Defence Fund require a consortium.
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Horizon EuropeEuropean Innovation Council (EIC)European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT)Horizon Europe Cluster 4 — Digital, Industry and SpaceHorizon Europe Cluster 5 — Climate, Energy and MobilityHorizon Europe Cluster 6 — Food, Bioeconomy and EnvironmentHorizon Europe Cluster 3 — Civil Security for SocietyHorizon Europe Cluster 1 — HealthHorizon Europe — EU MissionsDigital Europe ProgrammeLIFE ProgrammeEurostarsItalyThe United KingdomThe NetherlandsPortugalSwedenFranceGermanySpainBelgiumIrelandFinland