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EIC Accelerator 2026
Grant
About
An equity-free grant program providing substantial funding and support for innovative start-ups and SMEs, focusing on transformative technologies with strong commercial potential. Participants can access significant financial resources and blended finance options to accelerate their business growth.
Benefits
- 💰Total Funding AmountTotal proposed funding amount for grants is €90 million
- 💼Potential Equity InvestmentsPotential equity investments amount to €202 million
- 📈Blended Finance Eligibility
- 84% of beneficiaries are eligible for blended finance (combination of grants and equity investment)
Eligibility Criteria
- Single company classified as an SME established within a Member State or an Associated Country
- Single company classified as a small mid-cap (up to 499 employees) established in a Member State or an Associated Country
- One or more natural persons or legal entities from a Member State or an Associated Country intending to establish an SME or small mid-cap by the time of signing the EIC Accelerator grant agreement
Participation Commitments
- Must submit a short application consisting of a written proposal and a pitch video
- Full application required upon successful outcome in Stage 1
- Must demonstrate transformative technologies and strong commercial promise
Target Sector
All sectors
Target Location
Europe
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