2026 Call for Short Term Scientific Mission (STSM) Grants

We are pleased to announce the opening of the 2026 Call for STSM Grants. Applications are accepted on a continuous basis, with two key cut-off dates for evaluation. Please note that up to 60% of the annual STSM budget may be allocated in the first round.

Call deadlines

• January 12^th and April 6^th, 2026: Cut-off dates for applications.
• Two weeks after each cut-off dates: Applicants will be notified of the evaluation outcomes.
• Late-breaking call for STSM: The call will remain open until the available funds are fully allocated.
• October 5^th, 2026: final date for completing STSM activities.

Important Note: The evaluation of grant applications and the issuance of a formal decision regarding approval must be completed prior to the applicant’s start date of the scientific mission. Applicants should ensure that their submission is made before the cut-off date preceding the start date of the planned scientific mission.

How to apply

Follow these steps to submit your application:

1. Review the Guidelines: Carefully read the TENET STSM Guidelines before applying.
2. Prepare the required documents:
   • Complete the TENET STSM Grant Application Form and save it as a PDF document. Download TENET template below.
   • Invitation letter from the Host Institution.
   • Letter of Support from the applicant’s home institution
   • Updated CV in e-COST profile
3. Submit your application:
   • Log in to your e-COST profile (or create one if you don’t have an account).
   • Complete the electronic application form available here. https://e-services.cost.eu/activity/grants

After the STSM

• Confirmation from the Host Institution. Get a letter or an email from the senior researcher of the Host institution confirming that you have successfully completed the STSM.
• Prepare Your Report: Use the TENET STSM Report Template to draft your report. Download TENET template below.
• Submit the Report: Upload the completed report to e-COST no later than 30 days after the activity’s conclusion, 15 days from the end date of the Grant Period, or, within a shorter timeframe if requested by the Grant Holder or Grant Awarding Coordinator to meet reporting deadlines.
• Capture the Moment: Take photos with the Host Institution team to share on TENET’s social media. Personal posts on your own social media are also encouraged—please refer to the Guidelines for details.

Call documents

Downloadable files to assist your application are available below.