Call for candidates for EPO Candidate Support Programme

The IPOI are pleased to announce that it will be participating in the EPO’s Candidate Support Programme (CSP) as part of its Bilateral Co-Operation Agreement. Ireland is participating under the gender pillar. 

The new CSP aims to enhance the ratio of European Qualifying Examination (EQE) professionals, address gender disparity and augment the number of EQE-qualified candidates across all Member States.

The application process will be open from 8 July to 15 August 2025 to eligible female candidates. The only way for candidates to apply to CSP is through the application link.

Completed application forms must include:

  • Proof of permanent residency for a minimum of the last 6 months. (An invoice from an electricity/water supplier is acceptable, as well as an extract from an official registry).
  • Motivation letter
  • Letter of support from employer
  • Proof of enrolment in EQE 2026

Details of the conditions for participation in the scheme.

Please note that the CSP applies to candidates enrolled for the EQE 2026 (2-12 March 2026). The CSP is currently targeting candidates preparing for EQE 2026 who are enrolled for paper F or papers M1 and M2.

Download the application form for the Candidate Support Programme | SAP which will remain open from 8 July to 15 August 2025 only.  

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