In carrying out its activities and pursuant to Article 44 of the Rules of Procedure of the National Innovation Fund, adopted by Council of Ministers Decree No. 132 of 22 July 2025 and promulgated in the State Gazette, Issue No. 60 of 25 July 2025, the National Innovation Fund invites applications for the Procedure for the Selection of External Experts. Date of publication: 29 June 2026 Extended application deadline: 29 September 2026 Submission of applications: info@nif.government.bg Each applicant may apply for inclusion as an external expert in more than one thematic area, provided that they possess the required qualifications for the respective area(s). Further information is available in the Public Announcements section.