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TAQADAM Startup Accelerator

TAQADAM Accelerator — Cohort 10

Supports Saudi Arabia startups in a structured accelerator pathway with mentoring, networking, and market-readiness development.

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About

TAQADAM is a six-month startup accelerator co-powered by King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) and Saudi Awwal Bank (SAB, formerly SABB) that has operated annually since 2016. Cohort 10 is the current open cycle, with an application deadline of June 21, 2026. Every accepted startup receives USD 40,000 in non-dilutive, equity-free grant funding upfront — KAUST and SAB take no e…

What this grant funds

Broad technology focus; sectors include AI, AgriTech, HealthTech, Cybersecurity, Renewable Energy, Biotech, and others aligned to Saudi Vision 2030.

Key facts
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.6 months
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: taqadam.kaust.edu.sa