Project Idea Checks
The term "Project Idea Check" or "Pre-Proposal Check" refers to the thorough checking of proposal outlines by National Contact Points (NCPs). This happens at the very start when you are still developing your idea, during the phase before your proposal takes a proper shape.
Your NCP helps you to identify suitable call topics and to assess whether or not to proceed with finalizing a consortium and preparing a complete proposal for Horizon Europe.
How can I book this service?
You can contact your local NCP at any time to ask for a project idea check! You do not know who your NCP is? No problem! You can find the contact details of your digital NCP here. Just e-mail them and ask for a project idea check. You can also use this platform to book meetings with registered NCPs.
Please find below the template for the project idea check. You should send this to your digital NCP before your meeting with them so that they have some time to understand your idea and prepare for the meeting.
Do not miss the Full Proposal Check!
Full Proposal Checks (FPCs) are great events organised by NCP network projects towards the call deadlines. As the coordinator of a proposal, you can register for such an event, submit your proposal to the organisers and - if selected - receive feedback from experienced evaluators before the official submission deadline.
This year's FPC for Destinations 3, 4 & 6 in Cluster 4 will take place from 15th to 19th September 2025! You can find more information here.