Opening soon PEO 9.e — quality of adult training and authorisation of providers (actions 9.e.1 and 9.e.2)
Non-competitive PEO 2021–2027 call worth 9,874,030 € from ESF+, with the Ministry of Labour as sole beneficiary, for the quality of adult vocational training and the county authorisation committees. The guide is in consultation.
- Who can apply
- The only eligible beneficiary is the Ministry of Labour, Family, Youth and Social Solidarity
- Total budget
- €9,874,030 from ESF+
- Funding amount
- Total budget of €9,874,030 from ESF+
- Submission period
- consultation 27 October 2026 – 16 November 2026
Checked against official sources on · funder: Managing Authority for the Education and Employment Programme 2021–2027 · official source
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Who can apply
The only eligible beneficiary is the Ministry of Labour, Family, Youth and Social Solidarity. The call is non-competitive, so companies, NGOs and town halls cannot submit funding applications. They can send comments on the guide during the consultation period, to consultare.peo@mfe.gov.ro.
What it covers
- action 9.e.1: developing the quality assurance system in adult vocational training, at system and provider level, including the assessment of adults' competences
- action 9.e.2: developing the capacity of the county committees for the authorisation of vocational training providers
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- We analyse whether you qualify and under which programme exactly.
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- We submit during the call window and follow the evaluation.
- We stay with you through the reimbursement file and final payment.
Frequently asked questions
What does the PEO 9.e call fund?
The PEO 2021–2027 call (priority P9, ESF+ instrument) funds two strategic actions. Action 9.e.1 covers developing the quality assurance system in adult vocational training, at system and provider level, including the assessment of adults' competences. Action 9.e.2 covers developing the capacity of the county committees for the authorisation of vocational training providers.
What is the budget of the call?
The total budget is €9,874,030 from ESF+, according to the official page of the Ministry of Investments and European Projects.
Who can submit a funding application?
Only the Ministry of Labour, Family, Youth and Social Solidarity, the only eligible beneficiary. The call is non-competitive. Companies, NGOs and town halls cannot submit applications.
Can I send comments on the guide if I am not a beneficiary?
Yes. The guide is under public consultation between 27 October 2026 and 16 November 2026. Comments should be sent to consultare.peo@mfe.gov.ro.
Which authority manages the call?
The Managing Authority for the Education and Employment Programme 2021–2027, within the Ministry of Investments and European Projects.
Is the call open for submission at the moment?
No. As of 2 November 2026 the guide is only under public consultation and may change. A submission deadline for the funding application is not published on the official page.
How long does it take to prepare the application?
It depends on the complexity of the project and the documents you already have. The first step is the eligibility analysis, which tells you what needs to be prepared.
What happens if I do not qualify?
We tell you before any contract is signed, and if another suitable programme exists, we point you to it.
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