European Defence Fund (EDF) — Calls 2026

Defence Fund · EU · Deadline Sep 29, 2026

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Summary

The EDF 2026 calls (~€1.01 billion across 31 topics) fund collaborative defence research and development. Consortia of at least 3 independent entities from 3 Member or associated States. Submit by 29 September 2026 via the EU Funding & Tenders Portal.

Key facts

Funding body
Defence Fund
Level
EU
Region
EU
Sectors
Defence
Budget
~€1.01 billion (2026)
Deadline
Status
Closed

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