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European Space Agency
[ESA] OPEN CALL FOR PROPOSALS: KICK-STARTS
Companies must be based in one of the participating ESA Member States (including the UK and Canada) - all countries listed in the Geography column. Applicants need a written authorisation from their national delegation before full proposal submission. Universities & rserach organisations can collaborate but not lead the application Not specified by TRL guidance: Starting TRL: ~3–4 (Analytical and experimental proof of concept / laboratory validation of components) Ending TRL: ~5–6 (Validation of the system/subsystem in a relevant environment — prototype or pilot concept)
Max award€75k The maximum total cost of a Kick-Start activity is €100,000Deadline30 Sept 2026Clean energy & net zeroFeasibilityInternationalView grant details - Closes in 13 days
Innovate UK
[IUK] Future Leaders Fellowships: Round 11, business and non-academic
Open to early career innovators and researchers No PhD required Open to UK applicants and international applicants (with the support of an eligible UK‑based host organisation. Researchers and innovators may be eligible for a Global Talent visa under the ‘exceptional promise’ category for future research and innovation leaders)
Max award£3,000,000Deadline1 Oct 2026Any sectorIndustrial R&DUK-wideView grant details - Closes in 19 days
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European Innovation Council
[EIC] Stage 1: EIC Accelerator Challenge
Included in Unlimited Plan*- Single SMEs or startups based in EU Member States or Associated Countries (including the UK) under Horizon Europe. -UK companies can only apply for the grant - Other eligible countries eligible for blended finance - Companies must own the intellectual property of the innovation they are developing. - The innovation should be market-ready or close to commercialisation and require significant funding to scale. (TRL6+) - Applicants must be willing to co-finance the remaining 30% of project costs if receiving a grant.
Max award€2.5 millionDeadline7 Oct 2026Life sciences & healthFeasibilityUK-wideView grant details - Closes in 19 days
European Innovation Council
[EIC] Stage 1: EIC Accelerator Open
Included in Unlimited Plan*- Single SMEs or startups based in EU Member States or Associated Countries (including the UK) under Horizon Europe. - UK companies can only apply for the grant not equity funding - Non-UK companies that are eligible will be able to apply for the grant and equity funding - Companies must own the intellectual property of the innovation they are developing. - The innovation should be market-ready or close to commercialisation and require significant funding to scale. (TRL6+) - Applicants must be willing to co-finance the remaining 30% of project costs if receiving a grant.
Max award€2.5 millionDeadline7 Oct 2026Any sectorFeasibilityUK-wideView grant details - Closes in 19 days
European Innovation Council
[EIC] Stage 2: EIC Accelerator Challenge
Included in Unlimited Plan*Objectives: The EIC Accelerator aims to support high-risk, high-impact innovations to create new markets or disrupt existing industries in Europe and globally. The program helps scale breakthrough technologies and deep tech innovations, particularly in areas where private investors may be reluctant to invest due to high risk. The EIC Accelerator is best suited for innovative companies with disruptive technologies that need funding to expand and enter global markets. Specific challenges: 1. Advanced Materials for Renewable Energy and Energy Storage System: - Supported start-ups and SMEs must d…
Max award€2.5 millionDeadline7 Oct 2026Life sciences & healthFeasibilityUK-wideView grant details - Closes in 19 days
European Innovation Council
[EIC] Stage 2: EIC Accelerator Open
Included in Unlimited Plan*- Single SMEs or startups based in EU Member States or Associated Countries (including the UK) under Horizon Europe. - UK companies can only apply for the grant not equity funding - Non-UK companies that are eligible will be able to apply for the grant and equity funding - Companies must own the intellectual property of the innovation they are developing. - The innovation should be market-ready or close to commercialisation and require significant funding to scale. (TRL6+) - Applicants must be willing to co-finance the remaining 30% of project costs if receiving a grant.
Max award€2.5 millionDeadline7 Oct 2026Any sectorFeasibilityInternationalView grant details - Closes in 19 days
European Innovation Council
EIC Accelerator
Funding and investment for high-risk, high-potential deep-tech SMEs and start-ups scaling breakthrough innovations.
Max awardUp to €2.5m grant plus equity investmentDeadline7 Oct 2026Any sectorLate stage & scale-upInternationalView grant details - Closes in 26 days
European Innovation Council
[EIC] EIC Pathfinder Open 2027 (you track Challenge only)
Expected to open. Consortium (min 3 / 3 countries); UK eligible
Max awardUp to EUR 4mDeadline14 Oct 2026Any sectorIndustrial R&DUK-wideView grant details - Closes in 26 days
European Innovation Council
EIC Pathfinder
Early-stage funding for collaborative research into breakthrough technologies of the future, including open and Challenge calls.
Max awardTypically up to €4mDeadline14 Oct 2026Any sectorFeasibilityInternationalView grant details - Closes in 60 days
Horizon Europe
[HORIZON - CLIMATE] Africa-EU CO-FUND action on climate HORIZON-CL5-2027-01-D1-11
At least 30% of the beneficiaries must be legal entities established in the African Union member states[[ "African Union member states" includes countries whose membership has been temporarily suspended.]]. The following additional eligibility criteria apply: At least 30% of the beneficiaries must be legal entities established in the Africa Union member states[["African Union member states" excludes countries whose membership has been temporarily suspended.]].
Max award€15,000,000.00Deadline17 Nov 2026Clean energy & net zeroIndustrial R&DUK-wideView grant details - Closes in 74 days
EIT Urban Mobility
[EIT Urban Mobility] Strategic Innovation Open Call - Electrification of transport and alternative fuels
Solutions that advance zero-emission urban mobility through innovation across the electrification value chain, vehicles, new battery technologies, smart /dynamic charging infrastructure, grid integration or life battery extension, reuse and recycle. Alternative fuels solutions such as hydrogen applications, that support early adoption, reducing initial or operative costs, offer integrated solutions to the urban environment, and are viable to scale-up.
Max awardUp to 2 million EURDeadline1 Dec 2026Clean energy & net zeroLate stage & scale-upInternationalView grant details - Closes in 74 days
EIT Urban Mobility
[EIT Urban Mobility] Strategic Innovation Open Call - Health and mobility
Solutions that promote active mobility as a foundation for healthier urban lifestyles, by improving safety, convenience, inclusivity and integration within the urban environment, facilitating a modal shift towards active modes. Proposals should go beyond typical behavioural change campaigns, to include innovative and market-oriented solutions that strengthen the European cycling industry and align with the goals of the European Declaration on Cycling. Digital or public space design innovations must demonstrate a disruptive approach and clear potential for adoption by public authorities. This…
Max awardUp to 2 million EURDeadline1 Dec 2026Life sciences & healthLate stage & scale-upInternationalView grant details
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| Programme | Funding available | Deadline | Time left | What to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [ESA] OPEN CALL FOR PROPOSALS: KICK-STARTSEuropean Space AgencyOfficial page | €75k The maximum total cost of a Kick-Start activity is €100,000Per successful application | 30 Sept 2026 | Closes in 12 daysEvery day counts, speak to us today. | Companies must be based in one of the participating ESA Member States (including the UK and Canada) - all countries listed in the Geography column. Applicants need a written authorisation from their national delegation before full proposal submission. Universities & rserach organisations can collaborate but not lead the application Not specified by TRL guidance: Starting TRL: ~3–4 (Analytical and experimental proof of concept / laboratory validation of components) Ending TRL: ~5–6 (Validation of the system/subsystem in a relevant environment — prototype or pilot concept) |
| [IUK] Future Leaders Fellowships: Round 11, business and non-academicInnovate UKOfficial page | Between £100,000 and £3 millionPer successful application | 1 Oct 2026 | Closes in 13 daysEvery day counts, speak to us today. | Open to early career innovators and researchers No PhD required Open to UK applicants and international applicants (with the support of an eligible UK‑based host organisation. Researchers and innovators may be eligible for a Global Talent visa under the ‘exceptional promise’ category for future research and innovation leaders) |
| EIC AcceleratorEuropean Innovation CouncilOfficial page | Up to €2.5m grant plus equity investmentPer successful application | 7 Oct 2026Expected date, based on the published cycle | Closes in 19 daysEvery day counts, speak to us today. | Funding and investment for high-risk, high-potential deep-tech SMEs and start-ups scaling breakthrough innovations. |
| [EIC] Stage 2: EIC Accelerator OpenEuropean Innovation CouncilOfficial page | €2.5 millionPer successful application | 7 Oct 2026Expected date, based on the published cycle | Closes in 19 daysEvery day counts, speak to us today. | - Single SMEs or startups based in EU Member States or Associated Countries (including the UK) under Horizon Europe. - UK companies can only apply for the grant not equity funding - Non-UK companies that are eligible will be able to apply for the grant and equity funding - Companies must own the intellectual property of the innovation they are developing. - The innovation should be market-ready or close to commercialisation and require significant funding to scale. (TRL6+) - Applicants must be willing to co-finance the remaining 30% of project costs if receiving a grant. |
| [EIC] Stage 1: EIC Accelerator ChallengeEuropean Innovation CouncilOfficial page | €2.5 millionPer successful application | 7 Oct 2026Expected date, based on the published cycle | Closes in 19 daysEvery day counts, speak to us today. | - Single SMEs or startups based in EU Member States or Associated Countries (including the UK) under Horizon Europe. -UK companies can only apply for the grant - Other eligible countries eligible for blended finance - Companies must own the intellectual property of the innovation they are developing. - The innovation should be market-ready or close to commercialisation and require significant funding to scale. (TRL6+) - Applicants must be willing to co-finance the remaining 30% of project costs if receiving a grant. |
| [EIC] Stage 1: EIC Accelerator OpenEuropean Innovation CouncilOfficial page | €2.5 millionPer successful application | 7 Oct 2026Expected date, based on the published cycle | Closes in 19 daysEvery day counts, speak to us today. | - Single SMEs or startups based in EU Member States or Associated Countries (including the UK) under Horizon Europe. - UK companies can only apply for the grant not equity funding - Non-UK companies that are eligible will be able to apply for the grant and equity funding - Companies must own the intellectual property of the innovation they are developing. - The innovation should be market-ready or close to commercialisation and require significant funding to scale. (TRL6+) - Applicants must be willing to co-finance the remaining 30% of project costs if receiving a grant. |
| [EIC] Stage 2: EIC Accelerator ChallengeEuropean Innovation CouncilOfficial page | €2.5 millionPer successful application | 7 Oct 2026Expected date, based on the published cycle | Closes in 19 daysEvery day counts, speak to us today. | Objectives: The EIC Accelerator aims to support high-risk, high-impact innovations to create new markets or disrupt existing industries in Europe and globally. The program helps scale breakthrough technologies and deep tech innovations, particularly in areas where private investors may be reluctant to invest due to high risk. The EIC Accelerator is best suited for innovative companies with disruptive technologies that need funding to expand and enter global markets. Specific challenges: 1. Advanced Materials for Renewable Energy and Energy Storage System: - Supported start-ups and SMEs must d… |
| EIC PathfinderEuropean Innovation CouncilOfficial page | Typically up to €4mPer successful application | 14 Oct 2026Expected date, based on the published cycle | Closes in 26 daysEvery day counts, speak to us today. | Early-stage funding for collaborative research into breakthrough technologies of the future, including open and Challenge calls. |
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