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SIGMA Sub-objective 4: Bilateral cooperation — 16th

Funds Czech and partner organizations for bilateral innovation projects in strategic sectors including energy.

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The Technology Agency of the Czech Republic (TA CR) administers the SIGMA programme for applied research and innovation, and Sub-objective 4 (Bilateral Cooperation) is its dedicated bilateral-partnership track. The 16th call under SO4, announced on 22 April 2026 and published simultaneously in the Czech Commercial Bulletin and the national R&D information system (IS VaVaI), supports joint applied-

International cooperation in applied research via joint projects between Czech entities and foreign partners in Korea (KIAT, KETEP), Saxony Germany (SMWA), or Taiwan (MoEA, NSTC). Special CZK 40M allocation for nuclear energy cooperation.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.One-off
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.23 weeks
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.25%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.CZK 290M

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: tacr.gov.cz