Your One-Stop Platform for Erasmus+ and Horizon Projects: What is the EU Funding & Tenders Portal?
The EU Funding & Tenders Portal, created by the European Commission, is a digital platform where institutions and individuals seeking access to EU funds can manage official application, registration, and monitoring processes.
What Can You Find on the Portal?
- What can you find on the Portal?
- Calls for Proposals: Browse all open and upcoming calls across EU programmes.
- Guides & Templates: Access application forms, technical documents, and step-by-step guidance.
- Organisation Registration: Register your organisation to get the identifiers you need.
- Online Application & Monitoring: Submit proposals and track them via My Proposals and My Projects.
- Organisation registration: PIC vs OID (quick note)
- PIC (Participant Identification Code): 9-digit code used mainly for Horizon Europe and research-focused calls.
- OID (Organisation ID): Identifier commonly used in Erasmus+ actions.
Register once, then use the correct ID depending on the call
Technical Details You Should Know Before Applying
| Technical Info | Description |
|---|---|
| PIC Number | A 9-digit code identifying your organization. You cannot apply without registering first. |
| Call ID & Topic ID | Each call has a unique identifier. Make sure to select the correct one when applying. |
| Work Programme | Funding calls are announced according to an annually published work programme. Your project should align with it. |
| Two-Stage Application | Some calls follow a two-stage format: first an abstract, then a full proposal. |
5 strategic tips for a stronger proposal
- Check eligibility first: Confirm your applicant type (school, NGO, municipality, university, etc.).
- Study funded projects: Review CORDIS or the Erasmus+ Project Results Platform to learn successful logic and structure.
- Use the right keywords: Screens may use automated pre-checks. Reflect key concepts from the call in your title and abstract.
- Build a relevant partnership: Experienced, thematic partners improve your score and delivery capacity.
- Avoid last-minute uploads: Portals slow near deadlines. Aim to submit 2–3 days early.
Next steps
Create your account, register your organisation, pick the correct Call/Topic, and start your draft. Save often, validate checks, and upload early.
