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SFF VI — Norwegian Centres of Excellence Phase 2

Funds world-class Norwegian research centres through a flagship support mechanism with broad excellence focus.

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SFF VI Phase 2 is the full-application stage of the sixth round of the Norwegian Centres of Excellence (Senter for fremragende forskning) programme, operated by the Research Council of Norway and widely considered Norway's most prestigious research concentration scheme. The programme funds long-term, world-class basic research by creating dedicated centres hosted at Norwegian research institutions…

What this grant funds

All scientific disciplines — ground-breaking basic research with world-leading ambition. Norwegian Centres of Excellence (SFF) sixth call.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Triennial
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.11 Nov 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.120 months
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.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 30 Jul 2026Source: www.forskningsradet.no