Deadline: 28-Aug-2026
The National Research, Development and Innovation (NRDI) Fund is providing national co-funding for Hungarian organizations participating in EU Horizon Europe Co-Funded European Partnerships. The programme supports Hungarian beneficiaries selected under international partnership calls and helps strengthen research collaboration, innovation capacity, and international competitiveness.
The 2026 call has a total budget of HUF 1,809,180,000 and funds research, innovation, and experimental development projects across multiple strategic areas, including biodiversity, health, clean energy, agriculture, urban transitions, and personalized medicine.
Overview
The National Co-Funding Call supports Hungarian organizations that have been selected as participants in international projects funded through Horizon Europe Co-Funded European Partnerships involving the National Research, Development and Innovation (NRDI) Office.
The programme provides Hungary’s national financial contribution, enabling successful Hungarian partners to participate fully in collaborative European research and innovation projects.
Programme Objectives
Core Objectives
- Provide national co-funding for Hungarian Horizon Europe partnership projects.
- Strengthen international research and innovation collaboration.
- Increase Hungarian participation in Horizon Europe.
- Improve research excellence and innovation capacity.
- Support international networking and knowledge exchange.
- Build long-term scientific and economic partnerships.
Strategic Objectives
The programme aims to:
- Strengthen cooperation among European research organisations.
- Improve Hungarian expertise in international R&D collaboration.
- Promote stakeholder engagement and open science.
- Enhance research data management practices.
- Encourage impact-oriented research and innovation.
- Expand networking and capacity-building opportunities.
- Lay the foundation for future scientific and industrial partnerships.
Research Topics
Applications are invited under the following European Partnership programmes:
Biodiversa+
- Biodiversity conservation
- Ecosystem protection
- Nature restoration
- Biodiversity research and innovation
Water4All
- Water security
- Water resource management
- Water sustainability
- Water innovation
Clean Energy Transition Partnership (CETP)
- Clean energy technologies
- Energy transition
- Renewable energy
- Low-carbon innovation
Driving Urban Transitions (DUT)
- Sustainable cities
- Urban innovation
- Smart urban development
- Climate-resilient communities
ERA for Health
- Pre-clinical biomedical research
- Clinical research
- Disease prevention
- Public health
- Digital health technologies
- Diagnostic and therapeutic innovation
European Partnership for Personalised Medicine (EP PERMED)
- Personalized medicine
- Translational research
- Precision healthcare
- Clinical implementation
AGRIDATA
- Digital agriculture
- Agricultural data technologies
- Smart farming
- Agricultural innovation
One Health Antimicrobial Resistance (OH AMR)
- Antimicrobial resistance
- Pathogen monitoring
- Diagnostic innovation
- Infection management
- One Health research
Brain Health
- Brain research
- Neuroscience
- Neurodegenerative diseases
- Brain diagnostics
- Therapeutic innovation
- Public health
Agroecology
- Sustainable agriculture
- Agricultural transformation
- Social innovation
- Climate-smart farming
Funding Information
Total Programme Budget
- HUF 1,809,180,000 (2026)
Eligible Project Activities
Activities Eligible for Independent Funding
- Basic research
- Applied (industrial) research
- Experimental development
Activities Not Eligible for Independent Funding
The following activities cannot receive standalone funding:
- Research support activities
- Travel-related activities
- Purchase of equipment
- Purchase of intangible assets
These activities may only be funded where permitted within broader eligible projects.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must be:
- A Hungarian member of an international consortium approved for funding under a Horizon Europe European Partnership call, or
- A Hungarian organisation joining an approved international consortium after project selection.
Eligible Organisations
The programme is open to legal entities with:
- A registered office in Hungary, or
- A registered office in the European Economic Area (EEA) with a branch office in Hungary.
Eligible applicants include:
Businesses
- Companies maintaining double-entry accounting
- Eligible non-profit companies
Higher Education Institutions
- State-accredited private universities
- State-accredited denominational universities
- Research and knowledge dissemination organisations
- Organisations classified under GFO 529
Public Sector Research Organisations
- Budgetary institutions
- Budgetary entities
- Public research organisations
- Organisations classified under GFO 321
Expected Outcomes
The programme aims to:
- Increase Hungarian participation in Horizon Europe.
- Strengthen international research partnerships.
- Improve research quality and innovation.
- Build scientific excellence.
- Enhance technology development.
- Support economic competitiveness.
- Promote knowledge transfer.
- Strengthen European research integration.
Why This Programme Matters
Research Impact
- Supports world-class collaborative research.
- Encourages interdisciplinary innovation.
- Builds international scientific excellence.
Innovation Impact
- Accelerates technology development.
- Supports commercialization potential.
- Promotes innovation ecosystems.
Economic Impact
- Strengthens Hungary’s competitiveness.
- Creates opportunities for international cooperation.
- Supports knowledge-based economic growth.
International Collaboration
- Expands European partnerships.
- Encourages cross-border innovation.
- Improves access to international research networks.
How to Apply
Step 1
Participate successfully in a Horizon Europe Co-Funded European Partnership call.
Step 2
Obtain recommendation for funding through the relevant European Partnership evaluation process.
Step 3
Confirm eligibility as a Hungarian consortium member or approved joining partner.
Step 4
Prepare the national co-funding application according to NRDI Office requirements.
Step 5
Submit the required documents demonstrating eligibility and project participation.
Step 6
Await the national funding decision.
Tips for a Strong Application
- Ensure successful selection under the relevant European Partnership before applying.
- Demonstrate clear alignment with the approved international project.
- Highlight the project’s contribution to Horizon Europe objectives.
- Present strong collaboration and implementation capacity.
- Include robust research and innovation plans.
- Demonstrate compliance with open science and data management principles.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying without participation in an approved European Partnership project.
- Failing to demonstrate consortium membership.
- Selecting activities that are not independently eligible for funding.
- Providing incomplete legal or organisational documentation.
- Weak alignment with Horizon Europe partnership objectives.
- Ignoring eligibility requirements for Hungarian legal entities.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the purpose of this call?
The programme provides Hungary’s national co-funding contribution for organizations participating in Horizon Europe Co-Funded European Partnership projects.
Who can apply?
Hungarian organisations that are members of approved international Horizon Europe partnership consortia or later-approved consortium participants.
What is the total programme budget?
The 2026 programme has a total budget of HUF 1,809,180,000.
What research areas are supported?
The programme supports biodiversity, water security, clean energy, urban transitions, health, personalized medicine, digital agriculture, antimicrobial resistance, brain health, and agroecology.
Which activities receive funding?
Basic research, applied research, and experimental development are eligible for independent funding.
Are travel or equipment purchases funded independently?
No. Travel-related activities, equipment purchases, and intangible assets are not eligible for standalone funding.
What types of organisations are eligible?
Eligible applicants include businesses, universities, research organisations, public research institutions, and qualifying non-profit organisations with a registered presence in Hungary.
Conclusion
The National Co-Funding Call for Hungarian Participants in Horizon Europe Co-Funded European Partnerships strengthens Hungary’s role in European research and innovation by providing essential national funding for internationally selected projects. Through support for collaborative research in strategic sectors such as health, energy, agriculture, biodiversity, and digital innovation, the programme enhances scientific excellence, international cooperation, and long-term economic competitiveness while expanding Hungarian participation in Horizon Europe.
For more information, visit NRDI.