Ukrainian tech startups to receive €20 million from EIC

EIT Community Hub Ukraine has announced the launch of a new funding program for Ukrainian startups from the European Union with the support of the EIC (European Innovation Council).

The total budget of the program is €20 million.

• The program aims to support Ukrainian innovations, strengthen their ability to enter the market and integrate into the European technology ecosystem.

• Ukrainian start-ups and small businesses will be able to receive grants ranging from €300,000 to €500,000 to bring their developments to the market entry stage – from TRL 4 to TRL 6-7.

• The program covers artificial intelligence, robotics, biotechnology, and cybersecurity.

Applications will be accepted from August 12 to November 26, 2025.