Guide · updated 8 Nov 2026
European Defence Fund (EDF) and EDIP calls 2026–2027: deadlines and budgets
The European Defence Fund co-finances collaborative defence research and capability development; EDIP and related instruments reinforce Europe's defence industrial base.
- 10open now
- 0forthcoming
- 10 Nov 2026next deadline
- €1285.5 millionindicative budget
Upcoming deadlines
Open and forthcoming topics, sorted by next deadline. Source: European Commission, EU Funding & Tenders Portal. Data refreshed daily.
| Call topic | Status | Deadline | Budget |
|---|---|---|---|
| Missiles, ammunition and bombsEDF-EDIP-USI-2026-LS-IRA-MAB | Open | 10 Nov 2026 | €180 million |
| Support for the functioning of SEAPs, including for the purpose of establishing, managing and maintaining defence industrial readiness poolsEDF-EDIP-P-2026-2027-FNLC-SA-SEAP | Open | 12 Nov 2026 | €10 million |
| Open Call for Cutting-Edge Defence SolutionsBATTLEVERSE-46905650 | Open | 16 Nov 2026 | €1.2 million |
| Maturing projects for possible future European Defence Projects of Common Interest and preparing their implementation roadmapEDF-EDIP-P-2026-FNLC-CSA-PREP | Open | 15 Dec 2026 | — |
| Air and missile defence systemsEDF-EDIP-P-2027-FNLC-CPA-AMDS | Open | 16 Feb 2027 | €150 million |
| C5ISR and other space-related productsEDF-EDIP-P-2027-FNLC-CPA-C5ISRS | Open | 16 Feb 2027 | €150 million |
| Ground and naval platforms and systemsEDF-EDIP-P-2027-FNLC-CPA-GNPS | Open | 16 Feb 2027 | €150 million |
| Unmanned systems and counter-unmanned systemsEDF-EDIP-USI-2027-LS-IRA-CUXS | Open | 16 Feb 2027 | €80 million |
| Key electronic componentsEDF-EDIP-P-2027-LS-IRA-KEC | Open | 16 Feb 2027 | €282.1 million |
| Platforms and end-productsEDF-EDIP-P-2027-LS-IRA-PE | Open | 16 Feb 2027 | €282.1 million |
Frequently asked questions
How many European Defence Fund (EDF) and EDIP calls are open now?
As of 8 Nov 2026, 10 are open for submission and 0 are forthcoming, according to the European Commission's Funding & Tenders Portal.
When is the next deadline?
The next deadline is 10 Nov 2026, for “Missiles, ammunition and bombs” (EDF-EDIP-USI-2026-LS-IRA-MAB).
What is the total indicative budget?
The indicative budget of the open and forthcoming topics listed here adds up to €1285.5 million.
Where do I apply?
Proposals are submitted through the EU Funding & Tenders Portal before 17:00 Brussels time on the deadline day. Always read the official call documents before applying.
Can Ullswater Investments help me apply?
Yes. Ullswater Investments, EU funding advisors based in Madrid, matches projects with the right call, builds consortia and writes and reviews proposals.