EIC Transition Open
EIC Transition funds innovation activities beyond experimental proof of principle in the laboratory (projects must have completed all elements of Technology Readiness Level 3). It supports both the maturation and validation of novel technologies from the lab to relevant application environments (such as through prototyping, user testing, or other validation tests), as well as exploration and development of a sustainable business plan and model toward commercialization in high potential markets. Supported projects must further develop technology from results achieved in a prior project, applying user-centric methodologies to increase the chances of future commercial success. Activities should include a balanced mix of additional technology development/validation and market/business development, including customer/user feedback. By project end, technologies should advance beyond proof of concept (end goal: TRL 5–6), supported by a validated business plan, market research, and aspects such as intellectual property, regulation, and investment readiness.
| Agency | HORIZON (EU) |
|---|---|
| Region | EU |
| Country | N/A |
| Legal form | Company, NGO, Government organization, Other |
| Start date | 22 Apr 2026 |
| End date | 16 Sep 2026 |
| Max funding | €2,500,000 per project |
| Budget | €100,000,000 available for 2026 |
| Coverage | Single-stage grant; 40 grants expected. The minimum contribution per project is €500,000 and the maximum is €2,500,000. |