1. What is the ERC Eligibility Calculator?

The ERC Eligibility Calculator determines the remaining eligibility window for European Research Council grants under the Enspire tax program, based on your PhD defense date and any applicable extensions.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following formula:

Where:

• PhD Date — Date of successful PhD defense
• Extensions — Additional days granted for career breaks or other eligible extensions
• Today's Date — Current date when calculation is performed

Explanation: The calculation determines how many days remain in your eligibility window for ERC grants.

3. Importance of Eligibility Calculation

Details: Accurate eligibility calculation is crucial for planning ERC grant applications, as the program has strict time limits from PhD completion.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your PhD defense date and any official extensions you've been granted. The calculator will show how many days remain in your eligibility window.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What counts as an extension?
A: Career breaks for parental leave, illness, national service, or other approved reasons may qualify for extensions.

Q2: How is the PhD date determined?
A: It's typically the date of your successful PhD defense or viva, not the graduation ceremony.

Q3: What if my result is negative?
A: A negative result means your eligibility window has closed under the standard rules.

Q4: Are there different rules for different ERC grants?
A: Yes, Starting, Consolidator, and Advanced Grants have different eligibility windows - this calculator focuses on Starting Grants.

Q5: Is this calculator official?
A: This is for estimation only - always verify with official ERC guidelines before applying.