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SIGMA Sub-objective 1: Commercialisation of R&D&I+ — 14th

Funds Czech small enterprises validating innovation and moving commercialization-ready solutions forward.

The Technology Agency of the Czech Republic (TA CR) runs the SIGMA programme to support applied research and innovation across the Czech Republic. Sub-objective 1 (SO1) targets early-stage commercialisation: it funds small Czech enterprises and startups to verify the practical application of their R&D outputs and prepare those outputs for commercial use or societal deployment. The 14th public call

Verify the practical application of applied-research outputs and prepare commercial or societal use. Output is a feasibility study in English. EC-certified SIGMA programme — successful projects can apply to the 2nd round of EIC Accelerator.

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.21 weeks
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.30%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.CZK 10M

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: tacr.gov.cz