What does the EIC Pathfinder fund?

Early-stage, high-risk research towards breakthrough technologies — typically TRL 1 to 4. Pathfinder Open is bottom-up (any field); Pathfinder Challenges target specific themes set each work programme.

Do I need a consortium for EIC Pathfinder?

Pathfinder Open requires a consortium of at least three independent partners from three different eligible countries. Some Pathfinder Challenges topics also admit single applicants or small consortia — check the specific call conditions.

What is the EIC Pathfinder funding rate?

100% of eligible costs plus the standard 25% flat rate for indirect costs, in line with Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Actions.

How do I find partners for a Pathfinder proposal?

Look at organisations funded in previous Pathfinder (and FET) projects in your domain — the funded projects listed on this page link to their full consortia. Grantibase's Partner Finder searches this participation data by topic and country.

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EIC Pathfinder

The EIC Pathfinder funds early-stage, high-risk research towards breakthrough technologies within Horizon Europe. This facet lists live opportunities and funded projects matching Pathfinder call identifiers — Open and Challenges rounds.

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EIC Pathfinder Challenges 2026 · DeepRAP: Deep Reasoning, Abstraction & Planning towards trustworthy Cognitive AI SystemsDeadline 28 Oct 2026 · €96,000,000
EIC Pathfinder Challenges 2026 · Advanced Materials for Miniaturised Energy Harvesting SystemsDeadline 28 Oct 2026 · €96,000,000
EIC Pathfinder Challenges 2026 · Biotechnology for Healthy AgeingDeadline 28 Oct 2026 · €96,000,000

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EIC Pathfinder — frequently asked questions

What does the EIC Pathfinder fund?: Early-stage, high-risk research towards breakthrough technologies — typically TRL 1 to 4. Pathfinder Open is bottom-up (any field); Pathfinder Challenges target specific themes set each work programme.
Do I need a consortium for EIC Pathfinder?: Pathfinder Open requires a consortium of at least three independent partners from three different eligible countries. Some Pathfinder Challenges topics also admit single applicants or small consortia — check the specific call conditions.
What is the EIC Pathfinder funding rate?: 100% of eligible costs plus the standard 25% flat rate for indirect costs, in line with Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Actions.
How do I find partners for a Pathfinder proposal?: Look at organisations funded in previous Pathfinder (and FET) projects in your domain — the funded projects listed on this page link to their full consortia. Grantibase's Partner Finder searches this participation data by topic and country.

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