Czech Local Transition Projects 2027
By Embassy of the Czech Republic in New Delhi
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Quick Answer
Czech Embassy grants of CZK 100,000 to 500,000 (about ₹4.2 lakh to ₹21 lakh) for FCRA-registered NGOs in India doing human rights, democracy and media work. Apply by 20 November 2026.
- Funding amount
- ₹4.2L – ₹21L
- Funding type
- Grant
- Application deadline
- 13d — 20 Nov 2026
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
About this grant
The Local Transition Projects 2027 call (LTP2027) is a small-grants call from the Embassy of the Czech Republic in New Delhi, funded by the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs. It supports local non-governmental organisations in India and five neighbouring countries that work on human rights, democracy and free media. Each project can receive CZK 100,000 to 500,000 (about ₹4.2 lakh to ₹21 lakh), and applications are open until 20 November 2026.
What the program offers
The project budget must be between CZK 100,000 and CZK 500,000, which is about ₹4.2 lakh to about ₹21 lakh at the conversion used on this site. Projects run for up to 8 months, with implementation expected from 1 March 2027 to 31 October 2027. The money is tied to the activities and budget lines in the application form, which becomes part of the contract. If you want to move money between budget lines by more than 20% of the line or CZK 10,000 (whichever is higher), you need the Embassy's approval first. Work may start only after the contract is signed. Tangible outputs must carry the programme logos, and outputs such as trainings must acknowledge the Czech support, unless doing so would put your organisation, participants or the project at risk.
Who can apply
The call is for projects implemented in India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, Maldives or Sri Lanka. The applicant must be a local non-governmental organisation with legal status in the country where the project happens; a local branch of an international NGO also counts. It must be able to sign a contract with the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs under Czech law and Czech jurisdiction. Political parties and state institutions cannot apply. In India the organisation must be eligible to receive foreign funding, which the Embassy spells out as holding a valid FCRA licence.
This call suits registered Indian NGOs, trusts and societies with FCRA clearance whose work fits one of the priority areas. It does not suit startups, companies, individuals or organisations without FCRA status. The call says it does not cover development cooperation projects.
How to apply
- Download the identification form (an Excel file) from the official call page and fill in every section in English.
- In the local currency row enter the amount in Indian rupees. Leave all the Czech crown fields blank, because the Embassy completes them at the current exchange rate.
- Have an authorised representative sign the form and stamp it where applicable.
- Attach a verified copy of your registration certificate (in English or translated), a letter or power of attorney in English showing the signatory may sign contracts, and a copy of your FCRA licence.
- Email the form and documents by 20 November 2026 to the contact address on the call page, with the Embassy's general address in copy, using the subject "LTP 2027". Include a short project description of at most 80 words in the email.
- Also post the hard copies to the Embassy in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi. All communication is by email.
A practical tip: prepare the registration proof, the signatory letter and the FCRA copy first, since they need verification and are easy to miss.
How applications are judged and what happens next
The Embassy and the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs assess applications in November and December 2026. They look at relevance to human rights and democracy in the target country, the capacity and track record of the implementing organisation (including direct rather than intermediary involvement), cost-effectiveness, feasibility, quality of project design, and sustainability beyond the project. Successful projects are published on the Embassy website in January to February 2027, and the Embassy contacts and signs a contract with each successful applicant in the same period. A final report with photographs is due no later than one month after the project ends, which the call places in November 2027.
About the Embassy of the Czech Republic in New Delhi
The Local Transition Projects programme is a financial instrument of the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs set up in 2005. It uses the Czech Republic's experience of its own social transition and democratisation to support civil society abroad, and it is run through local NGOs to underline the role of civil society in democratisation. The Embassy in New Delhi manages the call for India and the neighbouring countries.
Things to check before you apply
- The priority areas are: support for human rights defenders and civil society; freedom of expression, access to information and media freedom; electoral rights and political and public participation; equal and widest possible participation; building rule-of-law institutions; equality and non-discrimination; and human rights related to the environment. Your project must fit at least one.
- A valid FCRA licence is required for Indian applicants. Check FCRA, FEMA and tax treatment with an adviser before applying.
- You must accept a contract under Czech law and Czech courts.
- The call does not state how the grant is paid out or in which currency. Ask the Embassy before you plan cash flow.
Eligibility
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Grant providers
Benefits & Funding
- Amount
- ₹4.2L – ₹21L
- Fund type
- Grant
What You Get
Selected NGOs receive a project grant between CZK 100,000 and CZK 500,000 (about ₹4.2 lakh to ₹21 lakh) for a project lasting up to 8 months, expected between 1 March and 31 October 2027.
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Selection Process
The Embassy and the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs assess applications in November and December 2026 on relevance, organisational capacity, cost-effectiveness, feasibility, design quality and sustainability. Successful projects are published in January to February 2027, when contracts are also signed.
Application Process
- 1
Send form and documents
Email the identification form and documents and post the hard copies by 20 November 2026.
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How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
- 1
Draft your application
Answer the form inside the grant tracker — AI drafts each response using your past answers, so you're not starting from a blank page.
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Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
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Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the Czech Local Transition Projects 2027 call?
Local non-governmental organisations with legal status in the country of the project, including local branches of international NGOs. Political parties and state institutions cannot apply, and the organisation must be able to sign a contract under Czech law and Czech jurisdiction.
Can Indian NGOs apply?
Yes. India is one of the six eligible countries, and the call is run from the Czech Embassy in New Delhi. Indian applicants must hold a valid FCRA licence.
Can an Indian startup or company apply?
No. The call is for non-governmental organisations. The page says the project must be implemented by a non-governmental subject.
How much is the grant?
The project budget must be at least CZK 100,000 and at most CZK 500,000, which is about ₹4.2 lakh to about ₹21 lakh. Applicants enter the amount in Indian rupees on the form and the Embassy fills in the crown amounts.
What is the deadline?
The form and documents must reach the Embassy by 20 November 2026, by email and by post. The call says nothing about late applications, so send both copies in good time.
What kinds of projects are supported?
Projects on human rights defenders and civil society, freedom of expression and media, electoral and public participation, rule-of-law institutions, equality and non-discrimination, or human rights related to the environment. Development cooperation projects are not covered.
How long can the project run?
Up to 8 months, with implementation expected between 1 March 2027 and 31 October 2027. Work can begin only after the contract is signed.
What documents do I need?
The signed identification form in English, a verified copy of the registration certificate, a letter showing the signatory can sign contracts, and a copy of the FCRA licence. Do not send annual reports or letters of intent.
Is it free to apply and is it a grant or equity?
The page describes a financial contribution to projects and mentions no fee and no equity. It does not describe how and in which currency the money is paid, so ask the Embassy.
When will results be announced?
Assessment runs in November and December 2026. Successful projects are published on the Embassy website in January to February 2027, and contracts are signed in the same period.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
