The European Commission has opened the call Erasmus-EDU-2026-CBHE-CROSS-REGIONAL aimed at strengthening the institutional capacity of higher education systems through cross-regional partnerships. The initiative supports cooperation between universities from EU Member States, Erasmus+ associated countries, and partner countries, including Ukraine.
Call overview
The programme focuses on modernising higher education, improving governance, enhancing employability, and promoting innovation. Projects must demonstrate a strong cross-regional dimension and contribute to sustainable institutional development.
What the call supports
- modernisation of curricula and development of new study programmes;
- capacity building for management, quality assurance, and governance reforms;
- digital transformation and innovative teaching methods;
- creation of centres of excellence and long-term academic partnerships;
- staff training, mobility activities and development of academic networks;
- strengthening links between universities, public authorities, and labour-market stakeholders.
Eligibility
Applications must be submitted by consortia that meet the following requirements:
- at least two organisations from EU Member States or Erasmus+ associated countries;
- at least two organisations from each partner region involved;
- participation of higher education institutions is mandatory; public authorities and non-profit organisations may also join.
Deadline
10 February 2026, 17:00 Brussels time.
How to apply
Proposals are submitted via the EU Funding & Tenders Portal and must follow all instructions outlined in the Erasmus+ Programme Guide. Applications should clearly demonstrate their regional impact, sustainability, and contribution to higher-education system development.
More information
Official documentation and application materials are available on the call page of the EU Funding & Tenders Portal.
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