Government Grant AgencySpain (ES)Tier 2
AEI (Agencia Estatal de Investigación) — Torres Quevedo Grants
Direct wage subsidies to hire doctoral researchers and PhD scientists full-time in industrial tech startups.
Research & Innovation
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Title
Ayudas para contratos Torres Quevedo (PTQ) 2026
Deadline
2026-10-29
Ticket size
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Description
Agencia Estatal de Investigación aid financing 3-year contracts for doctors in companies and entities of the technology-business environment, to carry out industrial research, experimental development or feasibility studies. Application window: 8 to 29 October 2026 (closing 14:00). Budget €20.1 million.
Eligibility
✓ Companies and entities of the technology-business environment hiring doctors✓ Applications within the 8-29 October 2026 window
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