EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies

Last updated: 21.7.2025
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The EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies funding program aims to amplify the collective impact of the EIT Community in critical strategic areas, fostering innovation, and strengthening the visibility of EIT KICs (Knowledge and Innovation Communities) among key stakeholders. This initiative focuses on coordinating joint thematic activities and aligning with the EIT Strategic Innovation Agenda and broader EU policy priorities. It is designed to enhance coordinated efforts and promote sustainable joint activities across KICs.

Who is Funded by EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies?

The EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies program is designed for a broad range of entities within the EIT Knowledge and Innovation Communities across EU Member States and associated countries. Its primary objective is to elevate the EIT Community's impact in key strategic areas by coordinating joint thematic and strategic agendas aligned with EU policy priorities.

What EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies Funds

The EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies program supports projects focusing on key strategic areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Circular Economy, Green Deal, New European Bauhaus, and Women Entrepreneurship. The funded activities aim to achieve enhanced impact through coordinated and joint approaches, the development of sustainable joint activities, and the dissemination of good practices. Projects can span various maturity levels, from innovation activities and start-up support to education and policy implementation.

Type and Scope of Funding for EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies

The EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies program offers financial support in the form of grants. For this specific call, individual projects can receive between 7.5 million and 12.5 million Euros. The program is part of the broader 2021-2027 funding period, indicating a multi-year scope for supported activities.

Conditions and Requirements for EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies

Applicants to the EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies program must adhere to specific conditions related to admissibility, financial capacity, and the formation of consortia. All detailed requirements, including those for proposal submission, budget management, and intellectual property, are thoroughly described in dedicated chapters of the official call documents and Horizon Europe guidelines.

Application Procedure for EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies

The application process for EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies involves submitting proposals through a single-stage procedure via a dedicated online system. The evaluation and award criteria, which guide the selection process, are thoroughly detailed in the official invitation to submit proposals.

The EIT Cross-KIC Strategic Synergies program is authorized and governed by several foundational EU legal instruments and policy documents. These include the primary invitation for business plans, the EIT Strategic Innovation Agenda, and overarching Horizon Europe regulations.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

12,500,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

7,500,000 € to 12,500,000 €

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

EU Member States and associated countries, with provisions for other non-EU/non-associated countries as per Horizon Europe Programme Guide.

Sectors

Sectors:

Information and Communication Technology, Green Technology, Environmental and Climate Protection, Research and Development, Social Enterprises, Creative Industries, Other

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization, Policy Development, Implementation, Service Delivery, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), European Commission

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