Library FAQ
What happens if no investment is taken during or within one year after the grant period?
You may subsequently apply for equity-only support.
What is EIC Accelerator Open and are there specific thematic restrictions?
EIC Accelerator Open has no predefined thematic priorities and is open to proposals in any field. However, applications in AI, quantum, semiconductors and biotechnology may have specific investment safeguards, and funding for challenge topics is subject to the...
What is the TRL requirement for EIC Accelerator applications?
The technology must have been tested and validated at least to Technology Readiness Level 5 (tested in the relevant environment) or higher.
What support is available if my short proposal is successful?
If successful, you will be invited to prepare a full proposal and will be entitled to optional coaching support from an EIC Business Acceleration Services business coach to develop your business plan and pitch.
Can applications request an investment component above EUR 15 million?
Yes — applications in certain areas (e.g., emerging semiconductor or quantum technology components and customer-driven space technologies) may request investment components above EUR 15 million in duly justified cases, subject to conditions.
Do resubmission rules apply across stages or separately?
These rules apply separately for each stage of the process; Challenge call resubmissions may be made to the Open call if the Challenge is not continued in a future Work Programme.
How does the EIC consider the risk level of an investment?
The EIC assesses whether the risk profile justifies EU support and looks for evidence of market actors’ willingness to invest.
If a full proposal is rejected once at remote evaluation, can I resubmit?
Yes — you may resubmit directly to the remote evaluation of the full proposal at a subsequent cut-off within 12 months from the first full proposal submission but will be expected to have made improvements.
If a short proposal is rejected once at remote evaluation, when can I resubmit?
You may resubmit to the short application stage at any time but will be expected to have made improvements.
If rejected after a face-to-face interview but the jury sees potential with targeted improvements, can I resubmit?
You may be invited to resubmit directly to one of the next interviews within 12 months with a rebuttal and updated pitch deck (only once).
What areas do Emerging semiconductor or quantum technology components cover?
They focus on critical technologies supporting the Chips Act, including hardware for fault-tolerant quantum computing, quantum sensors for real environments, quantum communication devices, and innovative analogue/digital chip design to strengthen Europe’s fabl...
What are the rules after a second rejection of a full proposal at remote evaluation?
You will not be allowed to submit another proposal for 12 months from the date of submission of your revised full proposal; after that you may only submit a significantly different new proposal to the short application stage.
What breakthroughs does the Energy storage Challenge seek?
It targets breakthrough electrical and thermal energy storage solutions that are low cost, high density, high efficiency and durable to support renewable integration and REPowerEU objectives.
What does the Aerosol and surface decontamination for pandemic management Challenge target?
It targets technologies for pandemic-resilient behaviours, including high-efficiency aerosol capture/deactivation systems, next-generation face masks, and rapid surface decontamination devices, potentially integrated with pathogen profiling sensors, contributi...
What does the Novel technologies for resilient agriculture Challenge address?
It supports breakthrough innovations for regenerative agriculture—sustainable fertilisation, innovative crop protection, diversified cropping, and improved irrigation and soil management—to improve resilience of the European food supply chain and regenerate so...
What happens after a second rejection at face-to-face interview?
You will not be allowed to submit another proposal for 12 months from the date of submission of your revised full proposal and then only as a new short application.
What happens if a short proposal is rejected a second time?
You will not be allowed to submit another proposal for 12 months from the date of submission of your revised short proposal; after that you may only submit a significantly different new proposal to the short application stage.
What is expected regarding risk mitigation in proposals?
Proposals should identify the main risks and include mitigation measures.
What is the aim of the Novel biomarker-based assays Challenge?
This Challenge aims to improve efficacy, safety and uptake of oncology treatments using novel predictive, prognostic and companion diagnostic tests in precision oncology.
What is the focus of the New European Bauhaus and AEC digitalisation for decarbonisation Challenge?
The Challenge supports digital or digitally enabled design and fabrication products to reduce or eliminate embodied CO2 emissions of buildings, aligned with the New European Bauhaus and climate targets.
What is the goal of the Customer-driven, innovative space technologies and services Challenge?
The Challenge aims to support in-orbit servicing, active debris removal, in-space logistics, SSA and related services to inspect, protect and extend satellite lifetimes so Europe can service and protect its space infrastructure and enhance competitiveness.
What options exist if rejected after a face-to-face interview (including after direct resubmission to interview)?
You may resubmit directly to the remote evaluation of the full proposal at a subsequent cut-off within 12 months from the first full proposal submission.
What should an implementation plan include as milestones?
A clear implementation plan should include milestones, work packages, deliverables, realistic resources and timings.
What team aspects does the EIC evaluate in applications?
The EIC evaluates whether the team has the capability and motivation, and whether there is a plan to acquire any missing competencies.