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EIC Accelerator 2026 — November Full-Proposal Cut-off
Deep-tech funding with a European establishment requirement for applicants from India.
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Funding amount
Grant below €2.5 million; investment component of €1 million–€10 million, subject to route and approval
Scheme
European Innovation Council Accelerator
Open for
An applicant from India must establish or relocate the eligible enterprise to an eligible European jurisdiction before the full-proposal stage. An India-only entity cannot receive funding directly.
Deadline
Full proposal: 4 November 2026 at 17:00 Brussels time; short applications have a separate assessment cycle
About the Program
Supports high-risk, high-impact innovations with grant funding and an optional investment component.
Eligibility requirements
- Eligible startup or SME developing an innovation generally at technology-readiness levels 6–8. Funding-route and country-specific conditions apply.
Offerings / Benefits
- Innovation funding, investment assessment, coaching and business acceleration services.
Sectors supported
Innovative technologies across sectors.
Selection process
- Short proposal, full proposal and jury interview.
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