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Special funding rules for the calls for Quantum Pilot Lines (SGA-QAC1 and SGA-QAC2). For these specific calls, the funding is regulated by the Annex to the ...

Source: https://www.innovationsfonden.dk/sites/default/files/2025-03/National%20Annex%20for%20ECS%20og%20CEI%20Calls%20i%20Chips%20JU%20WP2025.pdf

Funding Details

Funder

Innovation Fund Denmark (Innovationsfonden)

Funding Goal

To co-fund Danish participation in Chips Joint Undertaking (Chips JU) calls under the EU's Electronic Components and Systems (ECS) and Competence and Education Initiative (CEI) work programme, supporting semiconductor research, innovation, and pilot lines in Denmark.

Funding Amount

€50,000 minimum per partner; up to €650,000 per partner and €1,300,000 per project (when Danish coordinator). Quantum Pilot Lines have no per-partner/project caps. (50.000 € – 1.300.000 €)

Deadline

2026-05-07 (Fixed)

How to Apply

Danish applicants must first submit their proposal to the central Chips JU call via EU channels, then use the Danish national e-grant system to apply for national co-funding. Required documentation must be provided within 2-4 weeks after the central EU submission deadline. If selected, a signed consortium agreement must be submitted before project start. IFD encourages cross-sectoral collaborations and maximizing impact in Denmark.

Target Region

Denmark

Contact

Daniel G. Marques: +45 6190 5006, daniel.g.marques@innofond.dk; Klaus Bruun Gunnestrup: +45 6190 5046, klaus.bruun.gunnestrup@innofond.dk; General: internationale@innofond.dk; Danish Agency for Higher Education and Science: Alexandra Lange +45 7231 7937 alel@ufm.dk, Matthias Humer +45 7231 8710 matu@ufm.dk

Last Checked

2026-03-12 03:29

Application Checklist

Eligibility

• Applicant must be a Danish organization engaged in project activities
• Must meet legal, administrative, and financial conditions per IFD's Guidelines for International Projects

Project Scope

• Project must fall within Chips JU ECS, CEI, or Quantum Pilot Lines call scope (semiconductor/microchip technology)

Required Documents

• Must submit application through Danish national e-grant system
• Provide requested documentation within 2-4 weeks after central EU submission deadline
• Submit signed consortium agreement before project commencement

Constraints

• Minimum funding request of €50,000 per partner
• Maximum €650,000 per partner; €1,300,000 per project if Danish coordinator

Summary

Innovation Fund Denmark (IFD) provides national co-funding for Danish organizations participating in the EU Chips Joint Undertaking (Chips JU) calls. The Chips JU is a European partnership focused on strengthening the semiconductor and microchip ecosystem in Europe. This national annex specifically covers ECS (Electronic Components and Systems) and CEI (Competence and Education Initiative) calls under the Chips JU Work Programme 2025, as well as special Quantum Pilot Lines calls. Danish organizations including large enterprises, SMEs, research institutes, and universities can apply for national co-funding of up to €650,000 per partner (or €1,300,000 per project when a Danish entity coordinates). Funding rates vary by organization type and activity, ranging from 20% to 55% of eligible costs. The EU provides separate co-funding on top of these national contributions. Eligible costs include salaries, travel, subcontracting, materials, communication, and overhead. Innovation Fund Denmark manages approximately 7.4 billion DKK across 1,886 active projects and is a key Danish funder of research and innovation. The Chips JU calls have deadlines around May 7, 2026 for the current round (Global RIA, Global IA, and Lab to Fab Accelerators). Applicants must use the Danish national e-grant system and provide documentation within 2-4 weeks after central EU submission deadlines.

Historical Context

Innovation Fund Denmark currently manages 7.4 billion DKK across 1,886 active projects. The Chips JU is a recurring EU partnership with annual work programmes. This annex covers the 2025 work programme calls. IFD also runs broader programmes including Innobooster and Eurostars, as well as Green Missions with 1 billion DKK across 54 projects.

Sources

• https://www.innovationsfonden.dk/sites/default/files/2025-03/National%20Annex%20for%20ECS%20og%20CEI%20Calls%20i%20Chips%20JU%20WP2025.pdf
• https://www.innovationsfonden.dk/en/programmes/international-programmes
• https://www.innovationsfonden.dk/en

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