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Competitiveness and Innovation in Enterprises Programme (PKIP)

BG16RFPR001-1.003 Implementation of Innovations in Enterprises

Funds Bulgarian SMEs implementing product or process innovations developed through prior R&D under the EU-backed PKIP programme.

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The Ministry of Innovation and Growth (MIG) administers this grant under Procedure BG16RFPR001-1.003 of the Competitiveness and Innovation in Enterprises Programme (PKIP) 2021-2027 — an EU structural fund programme co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The procedure supports commercial implementation of innovations that have already been developed through R&D, bridging the

Implementation of new or improved products, services, and business processes resulting from prior R&D activity. Covers thematic areas aligned with Bulgaria's Innovation Strategy for Smart Specialization.

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.Grant
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.£293.4M

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.mig.government.bg