EIC Accelerator Open 2025
The EIC Accelerator Open 2025 program, part of Horizon Europe, offers significant funding and support for individual start-ups and SMEs to develop and scale up breakthrough innovations. This program aims to help high-risk, high-impact innovations achieve market readiness and attract further investment, fostering European leadership in deep tech.
Who is Funded by EIC Accelerator Open 2025
The EIC Accelerator Open 2025 program targets innovative small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), higher education establishments, and non-governmental organizations across Europe and beyond. The primary objective is to support the development and scaling of breakthrough digital and deep tech innovations to enhance European competitiveness.
What is Funded under EIC Accelerator Open 2025
The EIC Accelerator Open 2025 program supports a wide range of innovative projects focusing on digital and deep tech. It primarily funds activities leading to market introduction and scaling, covering eligible costs as detailed in the grant agreements.
Type and Scope of EIC Accelerator Funding
The EIC Accelerator Open 2025 provides grant funding, with significant financial contributions per project to support innovation. The total budget for the entire EIC Accelerator 2025 call, which includes this 'Open' topic and other 'Challenges' topics, is substantial, emphasizing the program's commitment to fostering breakthrough technologies.
Conditions and Requirements for EIC Accelerator Open 2025
Applicants to the EIC Accelerator Open 2025 program must adhere to specific conditions and requirements concerning application format, financial capacity, and legal setup. These are detailed in various annexes and guides of the Horizon Europe Work Programme, ensuring compliance and transparency throughout the funding process.
EIC Accelerator Application Procedure
The application process for the EIC Accelerator Open 2025 involves specific submission procedures and a multi-stage evaluation process, designed to identify and support high-potential innovations. Applicants should be aware of key deadlines and available support resources.
Legal Basis of EIC Accelerator Open 2025
The EIC Accelerator Open 2025 program operates under a robust legal framework established by core EU regulations and guiding documents. These ensure the program's legitimacy, operational integrity, and alignment with broader European research and innovation policies.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
17,500,000 €
Allocated Budget:
634,000,000 € for the HORIZON-EIC-2025-ACCELERATOR-02 call in 2025.
Deadline:
12.03.2025, 01.10.2025
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union Member States and Associated Countries, with specific provisions for making funding available for participants from certain non-EU/non-Associated Countries as described in the Horizon Europe Programme Guide.
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Other
Application Type:
Optional Consortium
Funding Stages:
Market Introduction, Scaling
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
The European Innovation Council (EIC)
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