Fully Funded Research Fellowships in Europe – Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions 2025
Applications are now open for the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowships 2025, a prestigious and fully funded research program under the Horizon Europe initiative. This fellowship supports postdoctoral researchers from any country, offering them opportunities for international, interdisciplinary, and inter-sectoral mobility to advance their careers in Europe and beyond.
Offered by: European Union
Type: Fellowship
Eligible Candidates: International Postdoctoral Researchers
Location: Europe
Application Deadline: September 10, 2025
What Are MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships?
MSCA Fellowships aim to enhance the creative and innovative potential of PhD researchers by providing advanced training and international research collaboration. Whether you’re looking to expand your expertise, re-enter academia, or work on industry-driven research projects, this program offers exceptional career-building opportunities.
Degree Level
The MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships are available for postdoctoral researchers aiming to undertake fellowship programs at recognized institutions.
Available Subjects
This scholarship program covers all subjects, allowing researchers across diverse fields to apply.
Benefits of MSCA Fellowships
This fully funded fellowship provides:
Research and Financial Support
- Living allowance for researchers
- Mobility allowance
- Family allowance (if applicable)
- Research, training, and networking costs
- Management and indirect costs for host institutions
Career and Networking Opportunities
- Advanced training in transferable skills
- Interdisciplinary networking opportunities
- Strong academic and industry collaborations
- Career advancement in both academic and non-academic sectors
Types of Fellowships & Eligibility
European Postdoctoral Fellowships
- Open to researchers of any nationality
- Must conduct research in an EU Member State or Associated Country
Global Postdoctoral Fellowships
- Open to European nationals or long-term residents
- Includes an outgoing phase (12–24 months) in a non-European country
- Requires a mandatory 12-month return phase in Europe
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2025, applicants must:
- Hold a PhD by the application deadline
- Meet the mobility rule: Cannot have resided or carried out their main activity in the host country for more than 12 months in the last 36 months before the deadline
- Submit a research proposal in collaboration with a host institution (academic or non-academic)
- Demonstrate how their project supports innovation, career development, and interdisciplinary growth
Special Considerations for:
- Researchers seeking to reintegrate into Europe
- Researchers displaced by conflict
- Individuals returning to research after a career break
Application Process & Important Dates
Timeline
- May 8, 2025 – Applications open
- September 10, 2025 – Application deadline
- February 2026 – Results announced (tentative)
- April 2026 – Grant agreement signing & project commencement (tentative)
Indicative Budget:
The program has a proposed budget of EUR 274.63 million (subject to final confirmation).
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted jointly by the researcher and the host institution through the EU Funding & Tenders Portal. A strong application should include:
- A detailed research plan
- Evidence of academic excellence and mobility
- Impact and relevance of the proposed research
- A well-structured training and supervision plan
For full details and application submission, visit the official call page on the EU Funding & Tenders Portal.
