Innovative ideas belong not only in labs — they should drive industries. The HORIZON EIC 2025 Transition Open call offers powerful support to those ready to commercialize their tech solutions and reshape markets. If your project is ready to move from research to real-world application, this is your opportunity.
About the program
This funding scheme supports the transition of promising technologies toward market-ready solutions. Projects must demonstrate strong commercial potential and clear pathways to application. The overall budget reaches up to €98 million, with funding available for both individual organizations and consortia.
Who can apply
Applications are open to:
- Startups and innovative SMEs
- Business incubators and accelerators
- Research institutions and industrial partners (as part of a consortium)
Importantly, applicants must demonstrate how their technology is ready to be tested, validated, and scaled. Collaborative proposals with industry actors are strongly encouraged.
What’s funded
Selected projects should include:
- Technology validation and pilot testing
- Commercialization strategy and market launch
- Expansion into new or evolving markets
Priority areas include:
- Clean technologies
- Digital innovation and transformation
- Artificial intelligence
- Sustainable business models and scalable tech solutions
Key details
- Maximum funding: up to €98 million total budget
- Application deadline: September 17, 2025
- Eligible formats: individual projects or cross-sectoral consortia
- Program focus: technology transition and market readiness
Full information is available on the official program website.
How to apply
Applications must be submitted via the European Commission’s portal. A successful proposal must combine a strong technological concept with a market strategy, business case, and roadmap for scaling. Evaluation considers both technical maturity and commercial potential.
Why apply now
EIC Transition is one of the few programs that funds the actual bridge between research and market entry. While many initiatives target early research or late-stage startups, this call supports the critical stage when innovations prove their viability. Now is the moment to transform a tested solution into a scalable product.
You can explore this and other EU innovation calls on the GetGrant platform, where we track the most relevant funding for teams ready to grow.