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Startup Pitch Competition (MIITE)

MoIAT Startup Pitch Competition — MIITE

Supports deep-tech founders at MIITE with mentorship, investor access, and competition visibility.

Opens 2027UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced TechnologyUnited Arab EmiratesDeep-tech · core fit

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The MoIAT Startup Pitch Competition is an annual event-linked competition hosted by the UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) as part of the Make it in the Emirates (MIITE) conference, UAE's flagship industrial platform. MIITE 2026 was held May 3–6 at ADNEC Centre, Abu Dhabi, marking the event's fifth anniversary. The competition provides a structured forum for startups to pitch

Advanced and emerging technology startups pitching innovations across UAE Ministry of Industry priority sectors including advanced manufacturing, AI, aerospace, pharmaceuticals, energy, and agritech.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Prize
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.

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Last verified: 29 Jun 2026Source: www.miite.ae