EIC Transition Open 2026
Only entities that have already held qualifying EU research funding may apply to Transition Open, which makes it a follow-on route rather than a first approach to the European Innovation Council.
It funds the step between a validated research result and a market-ready product, for deep-tech teams in the EU. Grants reach EUR 2.5M and nothing is taken in equity.
The round closes on 16 September 2026 and no date has been published for the one after it.
What it actually costs you
Aimed at deep-tech teams in the EU, Transition Open funds the step between a validated research result and a market-ready product. Only entities that have already held qualifying EU research funding are eligible, which makes it a follow-on route rather than an entry point. Grants reach EUR 2.5M and the money is entirely non-dilutive, with no equity taken by the European Innovation Council.