Funder
European Innovation Council (EIC)
European Commission
The EIC is particularly interested in supporting disruptive deep-tech projects from very early stage (TRL 1) through to commercialisation (TRL 9).
What is this funding body about?
The European Innovation Council is Europe’s main innovation programme which offers expertise and grant funding for SMEs, start-ups, small mid-caps and research organisations. It provided significant levels of grant funding to unlock, develop and scale up innovative, impactful projects, particularly in the deep technology sector.
Who can apply for EIC funding?
Lead applicants: start-ups and SMEs, individuals intended to launch a SME and small mid-caps. Sometimes research organisations and universities, or small consortia.
For some grants, a minimum number of legal entities or EU Member states are required.
Key Facts
Who can apply
Lead applicants: start-ups and SMEs, individuals intended to launch an SME and small mid-caps. Sometimes research organisations and universities, or small consortia.
For some grants, a minimum number of legal entities or EU Member states are required.
Sectors & Topics
Deep tech projects and market-creating innovation.
Purpose
To identify, develop and scale up breakthrough technologies and game changing innovations, from start-ups, SMEs, small mid-caps and research organisations.
Key Grant Programmes
- EIC Pathfinder
- EIC Transition
- EIC Advance Research Challenges
- EIC Pre-Accelerator
- EIC Accelerator
- EIC STEP
Funding Amount
€300k – €4 mil
Funding Rate
70% – 100%
Timeframe
Varies: 1-12 months
Process
Single or multi-stage application
What are the key topics or sectors covered?
EIC focus their support on following topics and sectors:
- Deep tech projects
- Market-creating innovation
Useful Resources
We have collated some useful resources if you are considering applying for an EIC grant:
