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Xecs Call 6 – 2026 (Xecs)
International collaboration for electronic components and systems innovation
Deadline
January 21, 2027
Opened June 23, 2026
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Industry, SMEs, RTOs and academia may participate in international consortia.
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Overview
Xecs Call 6 – 2026 supports international, industry-driven research, development and innovation projects in electronic components and systems, bringing together eligible organizations from participating Eureka countries. Projects may address topics across micro- and nanoelectronics, smart electronics system integration, embedded and cyber-physical systems, and complex system-of-systems integration.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 2
Activities funded
- Research or development of an innovative product, process or service for a civilian purpose.
- Projects addressing topics in electronic components and systems, including micro- and nanoelectronics, smart electronics system integration, embedded and cyber-physical systems, and complex system-of-systems integration.
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Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Industry, SMEs, RTOs and academia may participate in international consortia.
Eligible geographic areas
- Austria; Belgium (Flanders); Belgium (Wallonia); Canada; Chile; Finland; France; Hungary; Ireland; Israel; Latvia; Lithuania; Luxembourg; Malta; The Netherlands; Poland; Portugal; Singapore; Slovakia; South Africa; South Korea; Spain; Türkiye; United Kingdom.
Selection criteria
- For Canadian SME participation, the project is evaluated based on the benefits it provides to Canada.
- For applications from Belgium (Wallonia), valorisation in Wallonia is a regional evaluation criterion.
- For applications from France, Bpifrance assesses the project and the French firm's technical and financial capacity to carry it through.
- For applications from Türkiye, proposals are evaluated on industrial research and development content, technology level and innovative aspect; project plan and enterprise infrastructure; and the economic and national benefits of project outputs.
- Innovate UK takes a portfolio approach in funding decisions after the labelling process.
How to apply
- Apply via the Xecs website.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Xecs Call 6 – 2026 (Xecs) Program
What is the Xecs Call 6 – 2026 (Xecs)?
Xecs Call 6 – 2026 supports international, industry-driven research, development and innovation projects in electronic components and systems, bringing together eligible organizations from participating Eureka countries. Projects may address topics across micro- and nanoelectronics, smart electronics system integration, embedded and cyber-physical systems, and complex system-of-systems integration.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is January 21, 2027. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Xecs Call 6 – 2026 (Xecs) program?
To be eligible for the Xecs Call 6 – 2026 (Xecs) program, you must:
The project must represent international cooperation and be industry-driven, technically innovative and application-oriented.
The consortium must include at least two independent legal entities from two Eureka countries.
The project must address research or development of an innovative product, process or service for a civilian purpose.
Who can I contact for more information about the Xecs Call 6 – 2026 (Xecs)?
You can contact National Research Council Canada (NRC) by email at international.innoproject@bpifrance.fr.
Where is the Xecs Call 6 – 2026 (Xecs) available?
The Xecs Call 6 – 2026 (Xecs) program is available across Canada.
Is the Xecs Call 6 – 2026 (Xecs) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Xecs Call 6 – 2026 (Xecs) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Xecs Call 6 – 2026 (Xecs)?
Xecs Call 6 – 2026 (Xecs) is funded by National Research Council Canada (NRC)