[European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en)

September 17, 2025 (single-stage)

€500,000 to €2,500,000 per project | ~40 grants | €98 million total budget

Supports advancing novel technologies from lab proof of concept (TRL 3–4) to market-ready demonstrators (TRL 5–6), including business model and market validation activities.

Proposals must build on results from eligible prior projects; both technology and business development must be addressed.

--- ## Description This program funds innovation activities that move novel technologies beyond laboratory proof of principle to validated demonstrators in relevant application environments. It supports both technology maturation and the development of sustainable business cases and models, aiming to prepare innovations for commercialization and investment readiness. Projects should integrate user-centric methodologies, iterative learning from customer feedback, and address both technology development (typically TRL 4 to 5/6) and market readiness (market research, value proposition, business case/model, growth prospects, IP, competitor analysis, regulatory/certification aspects). The grant is intended for teams seeking to bridge the gap between research results and market deployment, ensuring both technological feasibility and commercial viability. --- ## Due Dates - Application opening: April 22, 2025 - Submission deadline: September 17, 2025, 17:00 Brussels time --- ## Funding Amount - Total budget: €98,000,000 - Individual grant size: €500,000 to €2,500,000 (lump sum) - Expected number of grants: ~40 --- ## Eligibility - Proposals must build on results from a previous eligible project (minimum TRL 3, ideally TRL 4). - Applicants may be: - A single legal entity established in an EU Member State or Associated Country (mono-beneficiary) - A small consortium (2–5 independent legal entities from at least two different Member States or Associated Countries) - Eligible applicants include: - Start-ups, SMEs, research organizations (including universities, research/technology organizations, individual PIs, inventors intending to form a spinout) - Standard Horizon Europe eligibility rules apply. For details, see [Annex B of the General Annexes](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2023-2024/wp-13-general-annexes_horizon-2023-2024_en.pdf) and the [EIC Work Programme 2025](http://eic.ec.europa.eu/document/download/5e1eb75f-e437-477f-9ee9-ef54ff6387fd_en?filename=EIC%20Work%20Programme%202025.pdf). - Some non-EU/non-Associated Countries may participate if they make specific funding arrangements. --- ## Application Process - Single-stage submission via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-EIC-2025-TRANSITIONOPEN?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=13&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Proposals are limited to 22 A4 pages (sections 1–3 and cover page). - Applications must detail both the technology and business development plans, including how previous project results will be advanced. - All required templates and guidance are provided within the submission system. --- ## Additional Information - The call uses a lump sum funding model. - Evaluation criteria, scoring, and award processes are described in the [EIC Work Programme 2025](http://eic.ec.europa.eu/document/download/5e1eb75f-e437-477f-9ee9-ef54ff6387fd_en?filename=EIC%20Work%20Programme%202025.pdf). - Proposals must address regulatory, certification, and standardization aspects as relevant. - Extensive support resources are available, including National Contact Points, FAQs, and helpdesks. --- ## External Links - [EIC Transition Open Call Details](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-EIC-2025-TRANSITIONOPEN?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=13&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [EIC Work Programme 2025 (PDF)](http://eic.ec.europa.eu/document/download/5e1eb75f-e437-477f-9ee9-ef54ff6387fd_en?filename=EIC%20Work%20Programme%202025.pdf) - [Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)](https://eic.ec.europa.eu/eic-frequently-asked-questions_en#eic-transition) - [Horizon Europe Programme Guide](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/programme-guide_horizon_en.pdf) - [Online Manual for Applicants](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual) - [Partner Search Tool](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/how-to-participate/partner-search?order=DESC&pageNumber=1&pageSize=50&sortBy=lastModified&isExactMatch=true&type=ORGANISATION,PERSON&frameworkProgramme=43108390) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact/Link | |---------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General EC Contact | [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Research Enquiry Service | [Research Enquiry Service](https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/contact-us/research-enquiry-service_en) | | National Contact Points | [Find your NCP](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/ncp) | | IT/Portal Helpdesk | [Funding & Tenders Portal IT Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) | ---

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