Innovation Uptake Call

EIT Health is calling for mature digital, data-driven and AI-powered healthcare solutions ready to scale across European markets. Selected projects will receive funding to accelerate market entry, generate real-world evidence, strengthen market access, and support the adoption of clinically validated innovations across healthcare systems.

The call information and supporting documents are now available to help applicants prepare their proposals. Access to the application platform will open on 15 July 2026.

Who can apply?

• Consortia of at least two independent legal entities from different countries
• Must include partners from at least two sides of the Knowledge Triangle (Industry, Research, Education)
• Led by a Commercialising Entity (SME or industry player) responsible for bringing the solution to market
• Applicants must be legal entities (individuals cannot apply)
• Entities must be established in eligible Horizon Europe countries (EU Member States, associated countries, or eligible third countries)

Funding

• Total call budget: up to €5.2 million
• Up to 8 projects funded
• Maximum funding per project: €650,000
• Funding covers up to 50% of total project costs (co‑funding required)
• SMEs leading projects receive €400,000–€500,000 within the grant

What we fund

• Commercialisation pilots in real‑world healthcare settings
• Product usability testing and market adaptation
• Go‑to‑market strategy and business model validation
• Health economics analysis
• Reimbursement pathway development

Expected outcomes

• Launch of the innovation to the market with at least €10,000 revenue within one year post‑project
• Reach at least 150,000 patients or citizens within three years
• Generate strong clinical, economic, and commercial evidence to support adoption
• Demonstrate scalable, sustainable business and deployment models across European markets

Key Dates

• Call opens on: 24 June 2026
• Call closes on: 16 September 2026
• Call Information Session: 15 July 2026 – 12:30 – 13:30 CET – Register here
• Open Q&A Session: 01 September 2026 – 11:00 CET – Register here

Where to find out more

• Click here for the official call document and supporting documents
• Call Updates
  • Latest version: 13 July 2025

How to apply

• Step 1: Register your organisation in the EU Funding & tender opportunities portal to obtain the nine‑digit Participant Identification Code (PIC number). If you do not know if your organisation already has a PIC number, you can verify directly on the EU Portal whether your organisation is already registered.
• Step 2: Apply to the call via EIT Health’s application platform. Click on the “Apply” button below.