GrantEquity-free European Union
EIC Pre‑Accelerator
European Innovation Council (EIC) with WIDERA
Apply / official page ↗Typical funding
Individual grants between €500k and €1M in the 2027 call (earlier calls €300k–€500k).
Maximum
€1M per startup in 2027 call.
Startup stage
Early‑stage deep‑tech startups at TRL 4–6 in widening countries.
Sector focus
Deep‑tech across diverse technology domains.
Overview
Grant scheme for early‑stage deep‑tech startups in widening countries to boost technology, business and investment readiness and fast‑track them to EIC Accelerator.
Who's eligible
Single SMEs or small mid‑caps from Horizon Europe widening countries with high‑impact innovation, IP and clear pathway to market.
How to apply
Submit proposals via Funding and Tenders portal within Pre‑Accelerator calls; includes extensive Business Acceleration Services.
Good to know
Provides coaching, mentoring, Fast Track to EIC Accelerator and Seals of Excellence.