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EIC Accelerator (European Innovation Council) — EIC Accelerator
Non-dilutive grants of up to €2.5M (plus optional equity up to €15M) for TRL 5–8 deeptech scale-ups across EU member states and Horizon-associated nations.
Deeptech
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Title
EIC Accelerator Open 2026
Deadline
2026-11-04
Ticket size
EUR up to 2.50M
Description
EIC Accelerator for startups and SMEs developing and scaling innovations with market-creating potential (TRL 6-8): grant component below €2.5 million plus equity investment of €1-10 million, with coaching and networking. Full proposals are evaluated in batches; the next batching date is 4 November 2026 (17:00 Brussels time). Accelerator Open 2026 budget: €414 million.
Eligibility
✓ Single startups and SMEs; individuals intending to launch an SME; small mid-caps (equity only)✓ Short proposal first; a GO invites a full proposal