Nærings-ph.d. – doktorgradsprosjekt i bedrift 2026

Nærings-ph.d. – doktorgradsprosjekt i bedrift 2026 (Industrial PhD – Doctoral Projects in Industry 2026) supports doctoral research projects carried out in Norwegian companies. The scheme "styrker forskningsdrevet innovasjon og bidrar til langsiktig kompetansebygging i norsk næringsliv gjennom rekruttering av doktorgradskandidater i bedrifter" (strengthens research-driven innovation and contributes to long-term competence building in Norwegian business through recruitment of doctoral candidates in companies). It also aims to foster closer collaboration between industry and research environments.

Companies registered in the Norwegian Business Register with economic activity in Norway may apply. A minimum of 2 full-time employees at the time of application and at least 3 at project start are required. Sole proprietorships as lead applicants, and approved research organisations (including university hospitals and technology transfer offices), are not eligible.

The total available budget is Kr 145,800,000. For 3-year projects, monthly support ranges from Kr 60,000 to Kr 71,000 (2026–2031 scale); for 4-year projects, from Kr 45,000 to Kr 53,000 per month. Support cannot exceed 50 percent of total approved project costs. The scheme is registered under GBER 86/2024/R&D&I.

Applications are received and processed on a rolling basis ("løpende søknadsmottak og -behandling"). The application is submitted via the Forskningsrådet portal. The page was last updated 12 May 2026.