SNS experimental Infrastructure

Last updated: 21.7.2025
Grant

This call, part of Horizon Europe's Smart Networks and Services (SNS) program, aims to establish an evolvable pan-European experimental infrastructure for 6G and beyond-5G technologies. It supports research and innovation actions to demonstrate and validate advanced communication and network solutions.

Who is Funded

This section details the eligible entities and their geographical scope, along with the overarching objectives of the SNS experimental infrastructure program. The funding is primarily aimed at SNS Joint Undertaking members and affiliated entities across Europe, supporting the development of advanced 6G technologies.

What is Funded

This section outlines the types of projects and thematic areas eligible for funding, focusing on the development and validation of advanced network technologies. It also clarifies the applicable funding rates and the typical maturity level of supported projects.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section details the financial mechanisms, funding amounts, and co-financing rules applicable to the program. It highlights that the program provides grants, with a significant portion allocated for cascading grants to third parties.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the essential administrative, operational, and collaborative conditions for participation in the program. It covers application rules, consortium requirements, and specific budget stipulations, including provisions for third-party funding and funding rates based on applicant type.

Application Procedure

This section provides a guide to the application and evaluation process for the SNS experimental infrastructure program. It outlines how to submit proposals, the criteria used for evaluation, and the indicative timelines for decisions and grant agreements.

This section details the foundational legal and regulatory framework governing the SNS experimental infrastructure funding program, identifying the key European Union acts and documents that authorize and shape its implementation.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

10,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

25,000,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

26.04.2022

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Competitive Tender

Region

Region:

European Union, Associated Countries

Sectors

Sectors:

Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development

Application Type

Application Type:

Optional Consortium

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

SNS Joint Undertaking

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