- Reference
EIT Jumpstarter 2026- Implementing authority
- European Institute of Innovation & Technology (EIT)
- Programme
- European Institute of Innovation & Technology - EIT RIS
- Deadline
- Closed
- Days left
- Closed
- Total programme budget
- €240,000 sourceOver €240,000 in prizes across the thematic cohorts.
- Per beneficiary
- up to €10,000 sourcePrizes of €10,000, €5,000 and €3,000 for the top teams in each cohort, plus training and mentoring.
- Max. funding intensity
- Not verified
- Own contribution
- Not verified
- Funding type
- Other
Total budget is not the amount one applicant can receive.
Overview
A yearly EIT programme that turns science-based ideas from countries like Bulgaria into start-ups: bootcamps, training and pitch competitions with cash prizes.
Summary written by YARD Law (AI-assisted) from the official sources. Not an official text.
Status: Closed. Applications for the 2026 edition are closed (deadline May 2026); the programme runs until December 2026. A 2027 edition has not been announced. source
| Window | Opens | Deadline | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 applications | - | 17 May 2026 source | Closed |
Who can apply?
2 of 11 conditions confirmed
Early-stage, science-based ideas and teams; at least one team member must be a citizen of an eligible country. Bulgaria is eligible.
| Requirement | Our record | source |
|---|---|---|
| Bulgarian or EU legal entity | Not verified | |
| SME, micro or large-enterprise eligibility | Not verified | |
| Startup or established business | Early-stage ideas and teams; a company is not required. | source |
| Minimum operating history | Not verified | |
| Minimum turnover | Not verified | |
| Eligible sectors and NACE codes | Not verified | |
| Geographic eligibility | At least one team member must be a citizen of an eligible country (Bulgaria is eligible). | source |
| Linked and partner enterprise rules | Not verified | |
| Financial standing and outstanding public debts | Not verified | |
| Consortium or partnership requirements | Not verified | |
| Other programme-specific restrictions | Not verified |
Eligible investments
0 eligible · 0 conditional · 11 not verified
| Investment | Status | Our record |
|---|---|---|
| AI software development | Not verified | Not yet verified from the call documents. |
| AI integration and automation | Not verified | Not yet verified from the call documents. |
| Commercial software and licences | Not verified | Not yet verified from the call documents. |
| GPU servers, computing equipment and storage | Not verified | Not yet verified from the call documents. |
| Data-centre infrastructure | Not verified | Not yet verified from the call documents. |
| Cloud subscriptions and computing services | Not verified | Not yet verified from the call documents. |
| Staff and R&D expenditure | Not verified | Not yet verified from the call documents. |
| Machinery and industrial equipment | Not verified | Not yet verified from the call documents. |
| Energy-efficiency systems | Not verified | Not yet verified from the call documents. |
| Consulting and other professional services | Not verified | Not yet verified from the call documents. |
| Construction or renovation | Not verified | Not yet verified from the call documents. |
Financial requirements
0 of 7 confirmed
| Minimum and maximum project value | Not verified |
|---|---|
| Grant percentage | Not verified |
| Required own contribution | Not verified |
| Advance payments | Not verified |
| Payment and reimbursement rules | Not verified |
| State-aid limitations | Not verified |
| Eligible and ineligible costs | Not verified |
Application process
10 steps
A practical outline. The call documents prevail wherever they differ.
Check eligibility
Read the call page and its guide or terms: who may apply, countries, company stage and any exclusions.
Gather supporting documents
Company registration details, team information, and anything the call names, such as a pitch deck or proof of an ongoing fundraising round.
Prepare the proposal
Answer the call's online form; most of these calls use short, structured applications.
Prepare the budget
Set out the costs or the amount requested in the format the call asks for.
Use the official channel
Apply on the platform named on the call page. Applications go to the programme or project, not to the European Commission.
Sign or confirm
Most platforms ask the applicant to confirm declarations online; some ask for a signed declaration of honour.
Meet the deadline
Deadlines are usually 17:00 CET; some calls have several cut-offs.
Evaluation and selection
External evaluators or a jury assess the applications; some calls add an interview or a pitch.
Sign the agreement
Selected applicants sign a sub-grant, prize or support agreement with the programme operator.
Deliver and report
Carry out the agreed work and report as the agreement sets out to receive the payments.
Required documents
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No document list recorded yet.
Applications are made online on the EIT Jumpstarter site.
Official sources
3 official links
- Official programme announcement
- EIT Jumpstarter 2026 - EIT
- Application portal
- Not linked yet
- Guidelines for applicants
- EIT Jumpstarter 2026 Terms & Conditions v2 (PDF)
- Application templates
- Not linked yet
- Eligible-cost rules
- Not linked yet
- Official clarifications and amendments
- Not linked yet
- Managing authority contact
- Not linked yet
- Official news release
- EIT Jumpstarter 2026: Open Call for Science-Based Start-ups
Managing authority contact: EIT Jumpstarter. eitjumpstarter.eu
Questions and answers
4 questions
- Can a Bulgarian company apply for EIT Jumpstarter?
- Yes, EIT Jumpstarter is open to applicants from Bulgaria. Eligible applicants: Early-stage, science-based ideas and teams; at least one team member must be a citizen of an eligible country. Bulgaria is eligible. EIT RIS countries including Bulgaria, plus EU outermost regions and some Horizon Europe Associated Countries.
- What is the deadline for EIT Jumpstarter?
- EIT Jumpstarter is closed; the last deadline was 17 May 2026. Watch for the next round. Checked on 4 Nov 2026.
- How much funding can one company get from EIT Jumpstarter?
- One company can receive up to €10,000 from EIT Jumpstarter. The total budget of €240k is the whole programme envelope, not the amount one company can get.
- How do I apply for EIT Jumpstarter?
- Applications are made on the programme's own online platform, linked from the official call page. Official announcement: https://www.eit.europa.eu/our-activities/opportunities/eit-jumpstarter-2026
Summary written by YARD Law (AI-assisted) from the official sources. Not an official text.
Conflicting information
1 source conflict(s)
Record history
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