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EIC Accelerator

Competitive support for high-risk innovations at technology readiness levels 6–8, including grants and a separate equity investment component.

Recently reviewedSource reviewed 01/10/2026
Official program benefit

Grant below €2.5M; equity route available

Provider approval required; the award and eligible usage can vary. Source reviewed 1 Oct 2026.

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Benefit periodGrant activities within 24 months; current call dates apply.
Application responseProvider review; no universal response time verified.

What this benefit gives you.

Competitive support for high-risk innovations at technology readiness levels 6–8, including grants and a separate equity investment component. EU/Horizon Europe associated-country startups and SMEs; other applicants may need to relocate before the full application. UK applicants can use the grant-only route. Small mid-caps can apply for equity only.

Included in the offer

  • Grant below €2.5M; equity route available
  • Grant activities within 24 months; current call dates apply.
  • EU/Horizon Europe associated-country startups and SMEs; other applicants may need to relocate before the full application.
NormallyNot independently priced
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Access routeDirect application

No comparable retail cash value has been verified. Model credits, discounted plans and investment capital are not treated as cash savings.