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Scientific Research, Innovation and Digitalization for Intelligent Transformation (PNIIDIT)

BG16RFPR002-1.005 Small Innovative Grants for SMEs

Funds Bulgarian SMEs purchasing research and technology-transfer services from universities and scientific organizations under the PNIIDИТ smart transformation programme.

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The Ministry of Innovation and Growth (MIG) administers this grant under Procedure BG16RFPR002-1.005 of the Scientific Research, Innovation and Digitalization for Smart Transformation Programme (PNIIDИТ) 2021-2027 — an EU structural fund programme co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The procedure gives small grants to SMEs to pay for services from knowledge providers: uni

Access to research services, technology transfer, and innovation consulting from knowledge-intensive organizations — universities, research institutes, competence centers, and centers of excellence.

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.

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