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EUDIS (EU Defence Innovation Scheme)

EUDIS (Disruptive Technologies and SME Calls)

Supports small and medium defense innovators across Europe through development calls, coaching, and early-stage consortium opportunities.

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EUDIS — the EU Defence Innovation Scheme — is an instrument within the European Defence Fund specifically designed to lower entry barriers for SMEs, startups, and non-traditional defence innovators. Under the 2026 EDF Work Programme, EUDIS receives €231 million, representing 23% of the total €1 billion EDF budget. This envelope is split into approximately €60 million for disruptive technology call…

EUDIS supports SMEs, innovators, and disruptive technology developers in defence. 2026 budget covers approximately €60M for disruptive technology calls (with smaller consortia allowed) and €60M for non-thematic SME calls.

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.26 Nov 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.26 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.10%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.€120M

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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: eudis.europa.eu