RCF winter call coming soon, applications invited between 15 October and 12 November
The Research Council of Finland (RCF) has published the call texts for the 2026 winter call. The call texts are available on the RCF website in English, Finnish and Swedish. The review guidelines and forms are only available in English.
The RCF is also opening a call within the Academy Programme for Sport Science and Physical Activity (ACTIVE).
The winter call opens on 15 October 2025 and closes on 12 November 2025 at 16.15 Finnish time. The call within the ACTIVE programme opens on 22 October.
As in previous years, the RCF is organising Ask & Apply webinars to help applicants with their applications. The webinars focus on specific themes, and the replays are available for two weeks after each session.
Funding open for application in winter call
Other calls
- Call within Academy Programme for Sport Science and Physical Activity (ACTIVE) (call text will be published later)
More information
- A–Z index of application guidelines
- Ask & Apply webinars
- Frequently asked questions about the winter call
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