Evaluation rounds

Research and development in Estonia has been evaluated in different formats since the early 1990s. Before the current evaluation framework was introduced, evaluations were carried out as international and national review exercises at different points in time.

Below is an overview of evaluation rounds. To access the reports, open the relevant year/round and follow the links on the Estonian-language page. Please note that the page navigation, fields and institution names are in Estonian, but the evaluation reports are available in English. Supporting materials and guidance are available in Estonian only.


Regular evaluation (2024)

Regular evaluation (2021)

Regular evaluation (2020)

Regular evaluation (2019)

Regular evaluation (2017)

Regular evaluation (2015)

Regular evaluation (2013)

Regular evaluation (2010)

International evaluation (2000–2003)

National evaluation (1994)

National evaluation organised by the Estonian Science Council. Available in Estonian only.

International evaluation (1991–1992)

International evaluation coordinated by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences. Available in Estonian only.