2 de March de 2026 SC POCTEP
  • The call for applications for the RegioStars 2026 Awards is now open, maintaining the same themes as last year’s edition.
  • POCTEP encourages the submission of applications to this competition, which recognises innovative projects with value for citizens.
  • In recent years, Interreg projects have achieved very positive results.
  • WATCH WEBINAR ON 2026’S CALL

 

The European Commission has opened the application period for the RegioStars Awards 2026, the prestigious competition that recognises cohesion policy-funded projects with the greatest impact and innovation in Europe.

Applications may be submitted until 22 May 2026 through the official platform, together with an endorsement letter from the managing authority. As in previous years, a maximum of five applications per programme may be submitted, therefore the endorsement letter from the authority is indispensable.

Eligible projects are completed projects that have generated local impact and sustainable results, meeting the requirements set out in the call for applications. A project is considered completed when it has carried out all planned activities, has received its final financial contribution, and has been declared closed by the project beneficiary or the managing authority.

5 categories

Projects will compete in five categories: A competitive and smart Europe, A green Europe, A connected Europe, A social and inclusive Europe, and A Europe closer to citizens.

As in previous years, the public will have the opportunity to vote for their favourite finalist for the Public Choice Award. The names of all winners will be announced during the REGIOSTARS ceremony, which will also take place during the European Week of Regions and Cities.

The winners of the five categories and the winner of the Public Choice Award will receive follow-up activities managed in cooperation with DG REGIO to promote the awarded projects in the region.

At POCTEP, we encourage beneficiary organisations to submit their initiatives and take advantage of this opportunity to give visibility and European recognition to their work. To participate, please contact the POCTEP Joint Secretariat at projetos@poctep.eu

Publicado 12/02/2026