European Innovation Council Pre-Accelerator
    European Innovation Council Pre-Accelerator
    Incubator & AcceleratorGrant

    European Innovation Council Pre-Accelerator

    Apply by Nov 18, 2025
    Application Closed

    About

    The European Innovation Council's Pre-Accelerator program is now accepting applications, offering up to €500,000 in funding and extensive support to enhance the capabilities of SMEs and startups in the deep tech sector, aimed at unlocking innovation potential and facilitating access to further funding opportunities.

    Benefits

    • Up to €500,000 in funding per company
      Tailored guidance for securing follow-on funding

    Eligibility Criteria

    • Open to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and startups from widening countries
    • Focus on early-stage deep tech companies

    Target Region

    Global

    Target Sector

    All Industries

    European Innovation Council (EIC), Widening Participation and Strengthening the European Research Area (WIDERA)