Jean Monnet Networks in other fields of education and training

The European Commission is offering funding through the Erasmus+ Programme under the Jean Monnet Networks action (ERASMUS-JMO-2026-NETWORKS). This initiative targets educational networks involving schools, vocational education and training institutions (VETs), and higher education institutions focused on teacher training. The funding type is a lump sum grant, specifically categorized as Erasmus Lump Sum Grants. Eligible applicants include networks of schools and VET institutions classified under ISCED levels 1-4, as well as higher education institutions providing teacher training or education. All must be legally established in an EU Member State or a third country associated with the Erasmus+ Programme. Proposals must include at least six institutions, with a minimum of four being schools or VET providers, and at most two from higher education. The funding opportunity supports three specific topics: 1. ERASMUS-JMO-2026-NETWORKS-HEI-EU, for networks within the EU, with a budget of €1,000,000 2. ERASMUS-JMO-2026-NETWORKS-HEI-NON-EU-INDIA, focusing on networks involving institutions in India, with a budget of €1,200,000 3. ERASMUS-JM…, dedicated to school networks, with a total budget of €2,000,000 The maximum EU contribution is €300,000 per project, covering 80% of eligible costs. The application process is a single-stage open call with a deadline of February 3, 2026, at 17:00 Brussels time. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the EU Funding & Tenders Portal. The program seeks to enhance understanding of EU matters and foster collaboration amongst educational institutions. Networks are expected to share best practices and develop co-teaching experiences to promote EU-related learning methodologies. The evaluation period will take place from February to May 2026, with feedback to applicants expected by June-July 2026, and grant agreements to be signed in August-September 2026. Specific formatting requirements apply, including a page limit of 70 pages with Arial 9 font and A4 page size. Applicants are advised to consult the Erasmus+ Programme Guide 2026 for further information regarding eligibility, evaluation criteria, and financial regulations. Support is available through designated contact points for technical assistance. Overall, the objective of this funding opportunity is to establish meaningful networks that enhance the teaching of EU-related subjects and promote sustainable international collaboration among educators.

The European Commission is offering grant funding through the Erasmus+ Programme, specifically under the Jean Monnet Policy Debate (ERASMUS-JMO-2026-NETWORKS) call for proposals. This call aims to foster a deeper understanding of the European Union through networks involving schools, vocational education and training institutions (VETs), and higher education institutions. The type of action is ERASMUS-LS, which stands for ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants. The type of Model Grant Agreement is ERASMUS Lump Sum Grant [ERASMUS-AG-LS]. The call is open for submission with a deadline of 3 February 2026 at 17:00 Brussels time. The call is single-stage. The expected outcome of this call is to establish networks of schools and VETs (ISCED 1-4), and/or higher education institutions providing teacher training/education. These networks should aim to give an international dimension to the Jean Monnet strand, facilitate the exchange of good practices, and enable co-teaching experiences across different countries. The activities supported will promote a common understanding of learning methodologies related to European Union matters among practitioners working in diverse contexts, facing varying challenges and constraints due to national legislations and curricula structures. There are three specific topics under this call: 1. ERASMUS-JMO-2026-NETWORKS-HEI-EU: This topic focuses on networks involving Higher Education Institutions within the European Union. The budget for this topic is €1,000,000. 2. ERASMUS-JMO-2026-NETWORKS-HEI-NON-EU-INDIA: This topic targets networks involving Higher Education Institutions in non-EU countries, specifically India. The budget allocated is €1,200,000. 3. ERASMUS-JM…: This topic is dedicated to networks of schools. The budget for this topic is €2,000,000. The opening date for all topics is 27 November 2025, and the deadline for submission is 3 February 2026. Conditions for application include: 1. Admissibility Conditions: Proposals must adhere to specific page limits and layout guidelines, as detailed in the call document and the Erasmus+ Programme Guide 2026. Part B of the Application Form, available in the Submission System, provides further instructions. The page limit is 70 pages. Supporting documents can be included as annexes and do not count towards the page limit. The minimum font size is Arial 9 points, the page size is A4, and margins must be at least 15 mm on all sides (excluding headers and footers). 2. Eligible Countries: Eligibility is defined in the call document and the Erasmus+ Programme Guide 2026. 3. Other Eligible Conditions: These are described in the call document and the Erasmus+ Programme Guide 2026. Applicants must complete and submit the templates available in the Submission screen, specifically the Application Form (Part B) (ERASMUS LS JMO) and the Detailed Budget Table (ERASMUS LS II). 4. Financial and operational capacity and exclusion: These aspects are detailed in the call document and the Erasmus+ Programme Guide 2026. 5a. Evaluation and award: Submission and evaluation processes are outlined in the Erasmus+ Programme Guide 2026. €5B. Evaluation and award: Award criteria, scoring, and thresholds are described in the Erasmus+ Programme Guide 2026. 5c. Evaluation and award: The indicative timeline for evaluation and grant agreement is as follows: Publication of the call: 25 November 2025 Deadline for submitting applications: 3 February 2026 17:00 (Brussels Time) Evaluation period: February - May 2026 Information to applicants: June - July 2026 Signature of grant agreement: August - September 2026 6. Legal and financial set-up of the grants: Not applicable. Applicants are required to submit their proposals electronically through the Funding & Tenders Portal. The call document and annexes, including application form templates (Standard application form (ERASMUS LS JMO) and Detailed budget table (ERASMUS LSII)), guidance documents (Erasmus+ Programme Guide 2026), model grant agreements (Lump Sum MGA), and additional documents such as the 2026 Annual Work Programme, ERASMUS Regulation 2021/817, EU Financial Regulation 2024/2509, and other relevant regulations and guidelines, are available on the portal. For help and support, applicants can contact eacea-ajm@ec.europa.eu or consult the Funding & Tenders Portal FAQ and IT Helpdesk. In summary, this Erasmus+ Programme call, under the Jean Monnet Networks action, aims to promote a better understanding of the EU by supporting networks of educational institutions. These networks should foster international collaboration, exchange best practices, and develop common learning methodologies related to EU matters. The call is structured around three specific topics, each targeting different types of educational institutions and with dedicated budgets. The application process involves submitting a proposal through the Funding & Tenders Portal, adhering to specific admissibility conditions, and providing detailed information on the project's objectives, activities, and expected outcomes. The evaluation process will follow the guidelines outlined in the Erasmus+ Programme Guide 2026, and successful applicants will be informed in June-July 2026, with grant agreements expected to be signed in August-September 2026.

Eligible Applicant Types: Networks of schools, Vocational education and training institutions (VETs) ISCED 1 – 4, and/or higher education Institutions providing Teacher Training /Education. Funding Type: Grant, specifically ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants. Consortium Requirement: It appears that a consortium of multiple applicants is preferred, as the call is for "Networks" of institutions. Beneficiary Scope (Geographic Eligibility): The call includes specific topics for EU institutions, institutions in non-EU countries (specifically India), and networks of schools. Therefore, the geographic eligibility includes EU, non-EU countries, and specifically mentions India. Target Sector: Education, specifically focusing on European Union matters, learning methodologies, and international aspects of education and training. Mentioned Countries: India, EU member states. Project Stage: The projects are expected to facilitate a common understanding and exchange of good practices, suggesting a stage of development and implementation rather than basic research. Funding Amount: ERASMUS-JMO-2026-NETWORKS-HEI-EU: €1,000,000 ERASMUS-JMO-2026-NETWORKS-HEI-NON-EU-INDIA: €1,200,000 ERASMUS-JM…: €2,000,000 Application Type: Open call. Nature of Support: Money, specifically lump sum grants. Application Stages: 1, Single-stage. Success Rates: Not specified. Co-funding Requirement: Not specified. Summary: The Erasmus+ Programme, under the Jean Monnet Policy Debate, has launched a call for proposals for Networks of schools and Vocational education and training institutions (VETs), ISCED 1 – 4, and/or higher education Institutions providing Teacher Training /Education. The call, identified as EAC/A12/2025, aims to foster an international perspective within the Jean Monnet strand, encouraging the sharing of best practices and co-teaching experiences across different countries. The core objective is to enhance a shared understanding of EU-related learning methodologies among educators in varied contexts, considering the challenges and constraints posed by national laws and curricula structures. The call is structured around three main topics: networks involving higher education institutions within the EU (ERASMUS-JMO-2026-NETWORKS-HEI-EU), networks involving higher education institutions in non-EU countries, specifically India (ERASMUS-JMO-2026-NETWORKS-HEI-NON-EU-INDIA), and networks of schools (ERASMUS-JM…). Each topic has a dedicated budget, with €1,000,000 allocated to EU-based higher education networks, €1,200,000 to networks involving Indian higher education institutions, and €2,000,000 to school networks. These grants are provided as Erasmus Lump Sum Grants (ERASMUS-LS). Eligible applicants include networks of schools, VET institutions (ISCED 1-4), and higher education institutions focused on teacher training. The program seeks to support activities that promote a common understanding of EU matters and improve learning methodologies among practitioners. The application process is single-stage, with the deadline for submissions on February 3, 2026, at 17:00 Brussels time. The call was published on November 25, 2025. The evaluation period is scheduled from February to May 2026, with information for applicants expected in June-July 2026, and grant agreements to be signed in August-September 2026. The proposal page limit is 70 pages, with specific formatting requirements including Arial 9 font, A4 page size, and 15mm margins. Applicants must use the templates provided in the Submission System, specifically the Application Form Part B (ERASMUS LS JMO) and the Detailed Budget Table (ERASMUS LSII). Applicants are advised to consult the Erasmus+ Programme Guide 2026 and other provided documents, including the 2026 Annual Work Programme, Erasmus Regulation 2021/817, and EU Financial Regulation 2024/2509, for detailed information on eligibility, evaluation criteria, and financial regulations. The call emphasizes the use of the Funding & Tenders Portal for submission and provides contact information for technical and programmatic support.