Official name (HR): Dokazivanje inovativnog koncepta - Prvi poziv
Proof-of-concept activities: project team work, external research and testing services, business validation as an external service (up to 15%), materials and equipment depreciation to the extent used. Equipment purchase is an eligible cost only for research organisations.
SMEs and research organisations - TRL 3–4
Closed cycle
Proof-of-concept activities: project team work, external research and testing services, business validation as an external service (up to 15%), materials and equipment depreciation to the extent used. Equipment purchase is an eligible cost only for research organisations.
Historical terms, not an open offer
€26,500–70,000
A new cycle may have different terms
Submissions closed 15 September 2026, 11:00
New applications not available
For a new project we choose an available alternative and monitor the official publication of the next cycle.
During preparation we agree the responsible people, documents and deadlines. After approval we track procurement, costs, reporting and indicators. See how we manage implementation.
Eligibility check
activity, company size, location, start date
Budget and evidence
costs, own funding, evidence
Application
responsible people, documents, deadlines
Decision
the competent authority decides on the award
Implementation
procurement, costs, reports, indicators
Reviewed: October 2026. The current call, its amendments and the official documentation prevail.
250–400% of costs as an additional reduction of the tax base
Loan up to €3 million; write-off up to 50%
Draft: €3–10 million
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