Innovation & R&D
Grants for research, product development and innovation projects. The largest grants per project.
ÅForsk Entrepreneur Scholarship
A scholarship of 200,000 SEK for driven entrepreneurs who create positive effects for societal development.
200,000 SEKNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreÅForsk Entrepreneur Scholarship
The scholarship awards SEK 200,000 to ten selected companies to support entrepreneurs in their development.
SEK 200,000 per companyNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreÅForsk Scholarship
A scholarship of SEK 200,000 awarded to entrepreneurs to support them in realising their business ideas.
200,000 SEKNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreÅForsk Entrepreneur Scholarship
A scholarship of SEK 200,000 awarded annually to innovation-driven entrepreneurs in Sweden to support their business ideas.
200,000 SEKNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreÅForsk Entrepreneur Scholarship for LEAD companies
The scholarship awards SEK 200,000 to LEAD companies to support entrepreneurs in realising their business ideas in areas such as energy, environment and sustainability.
SEK 200,000 per companyNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreGrant from Sparbanksstiftelsen Rekarne
Grants for projects within business, research/education, sports and culture in the municipalities of Eskilstuna and Strängnäs.
Not specified in advance — decided individually based on your application and project. Some grant providers assess your situation, others sign agreements upon approval. Contact the grant provider (see source below) for an amount decision before applying.Application dates are fixed and linked to board meetings nine times a year, e.g. 12 May, 8 September, 1 October, 3 November, 25 November at 17:00.Read moreApply AI: Piloting AI-based image screening in medical centres
Grants for development and testing of AI systems for medical image analysis in clinical environments.
Not specified in advance — decided individually based on your application and project. Some grant providers assess your situation, others sign agreements upon approval. Contact the grant provider (see source below) for an amount decision before applying.1 October 2026Read moreAutomation grant via Robotlyftet
Support for small and medium-sized industrial companies to prepare investments in automation and robotics.
Up to SEK 150,000Until June 2021Read moreBIO-X Accelerate
Funding for small and medium-sized Life Science companies in Eastern Central Sweden to accelerate business development through funding, support and networking.
4.3 and 3.4 million SEK respectively (examples from two selected companies)No fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.clinical evaluationsRead moreBiosociety: Idea validation – feasibility studies within the bio society
Grants for feasibility studies of promising but not yet validated ideas within the bioeconomy to test concepts with potential to strengthen the bioeconomy.
SEK 200,000–500,000No fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreBuilding capacity to deploy the EEHRxF and digital health services and systems to support the rights of citizens and reuse of health data under EHDS
Grants to strengthen digital health systems in Europe and accelerate the implementation of the European Health Data Space (EHDS).
14.4 million Euro1 October 2026Read moreDigital solutions for regulatory compliance through data
Grants for pilot projects that streamline regulatory reporting with AI and advanced technology across multiple sectors.
Not specified in advance — decided individually based on your application and project. Some grant providers assess your situation, others sign agreements upon approval. Contact the grant provider (see source below) for an amount decision before applying.1 October 2026Read moreDistinguished Innovator Grant
Grants up to 7.6 million Danish kroner over three years for the commercialisation of research results and development of new technologies in sustainability and health.
up to 7.6 million Danish kroner over three yearsopens 16 JanuaryRead moreDriving Urban Transitions (DUT) - European partnership for urban transition
Support for research and innovation projects that assist cities in transitioning to sustainable economies and societies, with particular Swedish involvement.
Not specified in advance — decided individually based on your application and project. Some grant providers assess your situation, others sign agreements upon approval. Contact the grant provider (see source below) for an amount decision before applying.New call in the autumn (year not specified)Research and innovation projectsRead moreImpact support
Support that can be applied for as an extension to a project grant to disseminate experiences from an ongoing or completed project.
Not specified in advance — decided individually based on your application and project. Some grant providers assess your situation, others sign agreements upon approval. Contact the grant provider (see source below) for an amount decision before applying.Ongoing application throughout the yearRead moreEIC Accelerator (Horizon Europe)
Up to EUR 2.5 million grant + EUR 0.5–10 million equity for deeptech startups with EU ambitions.
Bidrag under 2,5 miljoner euro plus equity upp till 10 miljoner euroBatchdatum 2026: 7 januari, 4 mars, 6 maj, 8 juli, 2 september, 4 novemberDeeptechDisruptive innovationScaling to EU marketRead moreEIC Accelerator Challenges
Specific calls within EIC Accelerator for projects matching predefined thematic challenges with a budget of EUR 220 million for 2026.
Bidrag under 2,5 miljoner euro per företag plus equity upp till 10 miljoner euroBatchdatum 2026: 7 januari, 4 mars, 6 maj, 8 juli, 2 september, 4 novemberRead moreEIC Accelerator Open
Call within EIC Accelerator for projects not matching specific thematic challenges, open to all technology areas with a budget of EUR 414 million for 2026.
Bidrag under 2,5 miljoner euro per företag plus equity upp till 10 miljoner euroBatchdatum 2026: 7 januari, 4 mars, 6 maj, 8 juli, 2 september, 4 novemberRead moreEIC Pre-Accelerator
Grants for early deep-tech startups in widening countries to develop technology, business and investment readiness (TRL 4 to TRL 6).
500,000 - 1,000,000 EUR (2027), 300,000 - 500,000 EUR (2025)18 November 2027Read moreEIC STEP Scale Up scheme
Investment support for startups, small and medium-sized enterprises as well as small mid-caps to scale up groundbreaking innovations in digital, deep tech, cleantech and biotechnology.
10 - 30 million euros per investmentRolling application via Funding & Tenders PortalRead moreEUREKA Cluster CELTIC-NEXT
Collaborative research for organisations within telecommunications and ICT with projects close to market and business needs.
From 1 million euros to over 70 million euros in total project budgetNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreEuropean Innovation Council (EIC) grants to Amniotics
Grant of 3.8 million euros to Amniotics for the development of a stem cell-based product against cancer.
3.8 million eurosNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreEuropean Innovation Council (EIC) funding
Funding of 2.5 million euros to Cellfion for the development of PFAS-free membranes.
2.5 million eurosNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreEuropean Innovation Procurement Awards - Facing Societal Challenges Award
Award for innovative procurement methods aimed at addressing the COVID-19 pandemic.
EUR 75,000 to the winner, EUR 25,000 to the runner-upNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreEuropean Innovation Procurement Awards - Innovation Procurement Strategy Award
Award for public and private purchasers for long-term strategies that promote innovation and sustainable solutions.
EUR 75,000 to the winner, EUR 25,000 to the runner-upNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreEuropean Innovation Procurement Awards - Procurement Leadership Award
Award for individuals who excel in leading and promoting innovation procurement within their team.
EUR 75,000 to the winner, EUR 25,000 to the runner-upNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreEurostars
SMEs can apply for funding for the development of market-related processes, products and services in international projects.
Up to 5 million euros distributed among all partners, 50 percent of an SME's budgetNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreEurostars — International SME projects
Up to ~5 million SEK per Swedish partner @ 50% for SMEs conducting international innovation projects.
Upp till 5 miljoner kr, men högst 2 miljoner kr om inga svenska SMF deltarTwo rounds per year (spring + autumn)International collaborative projectsMarket-oriented innovationProduct developmentRead moreExploratory grant in groundbreaking research
A grant that provides the opportunity to test a potentially groundbreaking research idea.
Not specified in advance — decided individually based on your application and project. Some grant providers assess your situation, others sign agreements upon approval. Contact the grant provider (see source below) for an amount decision before applying.No fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreFast Track to Innovation (FTI) programme
Programme to accelerate market introduction of innovations such as new products, processes, services and business models.
Up to 3 million eurosNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreIndustrial PhD programmes — KK Foundation
Company co-financed doctoral projects at university — for SMEs wanting to build long-term research capacity.
Maximalt 33 miljoner kronor per forskarskolaSista ansökningsdag 9 februari 2027Industrial PhDResearch collaborationLong-term R&DRead moreResearch profiles — KK Foundation
Large research collaboration between university and companies — strategic profiling over 6-8 years.
Maximalt 40 miljoner kronorSista ansökningsdag 2 februari 2027Strategic researchIndustry-academia consortiaTechnological profilingRead moreResearch call “Designed living environment – architecture, form, design, art and cultural heritage in public spaces”
Grants for research projects creating new knowledge about design of people's living environments with artistic perspectives and public art in sustainable designed living environments.
Not specified in advance — decided individually based on your application and project. Some grant providers assess your situation, others sign agreements upon approval. Contact the grant provider (see source below) for an amount decision before applying.No fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreGovTech
Grants to strengthen innovation in the public sector and promote interoperability solutions via the European GovTech incubator.
4 million eurosNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreNeighbourhood initiative
Support for local projects that strengthen community in a neighbourhood, aimed at non-profit organisations or public benefit foundations rooted in the local community.
20,000 - 60,000 SEKApplications can be submitted anytime during the yearLocal projectsNon-profit organisationsRead moreHIGH — Research projects KK Foundation
Smaller research projects between companies and universities — lower threshold than Research Profiles/Synergy.
Maximalt 4 miljoner kronorSista ansökningsdag 26 november 2026Smaller research projectsIndustry-academiaPilot R&DRead moreHorizon Europe
The EU's central research and innovation programme for 2021-2027 with a budget of approximately 93.5 billion euros, supporting projects in research and innovation to tackle global challenges and strengthen the EU's competitiveness.
Not specified in advance — decided individually based on your application and project. Some grant providers assess your situation, others sign agreements upon approval. Contact the grant provider (see source below) for an amount decision before applying.No fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreInnovation loans
A loan for companies wanting to develop new products, services or business models at an early stage with higher risk than traditional investments.
50,000 - 500,000 SEKNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.production preparationsRead moreInnovation loans – when you develop something new
Loans for companies developing new ideas and innovations.
Not specified in advance — decided individually based on your application and project. Some grant providers assess your situation, others sign agreements upon approval. Contact the grant provider (see source below) for an amount decision before applying.No fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreRegional innovation support — Skåne-Blekinge
Regional fund support for innovation projects within Blekinge's strength areas — varying amounts at 40%.
Varies — approx. SEK 500,000 – 5 millionAnnual call (approx. Jan-Mar)Life scienceSmart industrySustainable developmentRead moreInnovative startups - Vinnova funding phase 2
Funding for innovative startups that have submitted final reports in phase 1, to strengthen competitiveness through the development of new knowledge and unique assets.
Up to 1 million SEKNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreInnovative startups (Vinnova)
Funding for innovative and newly established small companies in Sweden to develop prototypes, create strategies, develop business models or protect new solutions.
up to SEK 300,000 per companyNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreInnovative Startups Step Two
Funding from Vinnova for innovative and newly started small companies in Sweden to further develop their scalable solutions.
900 000 kr per företagNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreKey Action 2: Cooperation among organisations and institutions
Supports cooperation between organisations to develop and implement innovative methods at various levels within education and youth sectors.
Not specified in advance — decided individually based on your application and project. Some grant providers assess your situation, others sign agreements upon approval. Contact the grant provider (see source below) for an amount decision before applying.No fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreKey Action 3: Support to policy development and cooperation
Provides support for policy development and cooperation at EU level to contribute to modernisation and reforms within education, training, youth and sport.
Not specified in advance — decided individually based on your application and project. Some grant providers assess your situation, others sign agreements upon approval. Contact the grant provider (see source below) for an amount decision before applying.No fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreLIFE close-to-market
Support for SMEs, start-ups and units to develop and commercialise cleantech solutions.
Not specified in advance — decided individually based on your application and project. Some grant providers assess your situation, others sign agreements upon approval. Contact the grant provider (see source below) for an amount decision before applying.No fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreNordic Smart Mobility and Connectivity call — round 2
Grants to promote new Nordic partnerships, value chains and business models within smart mobility and connectivity.
Up to 4 million NOK per project, a total of 16 million NOK in the callDecisions expected in early June (year unknown, last updated 2022)Read moreOpen call for projects contributing to sustainable, safe and accessible mobility
Financial support for research and innovation projects contributing to sustainable, safe and accessible mobility for people and goods.
Up to SEK 4 million per projectOpens in May 2021Research and innovation projectsRead moreOpen call for research and innovation projects
Financial support for research and innovation projects contributing to sustainable, safe and accessible mobility for people and goods.
Up to SEK 4 million per projectNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Research and innovation projectsRead morePioneer Innovator Grant
Grants up to 1.2 million Danish kroner over one year for commercialisation of research results and development of new technologies within sustainability and health.
up to 1.2 million Danish kroner over one yearopens 16 JanuaryRead morePlanning grant
Grants to develop a competitive application for an international call within Horizon Europe.
Up to 300,000 SEK, up to 500,000 SEK when coordinating an international project with at least 3 actors from 3 different countries.No fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Research and innovation projectsRead morePlanning grant for international application
SEK 300,000 – 500,000 at 100% to prepare an EU application (Horizon Europe, Eurostars etc.).
SEK 300,000 – 500,000Ongoing applicationEU applicationsConsortium buildingInternational collaborationsRead moreProject support
Support to develop methods or activities for children, youth, elderly or persons with disabilities.
Not specified in advance — decided individually based on your application and project. Some grant providers assess your situation, others sign agreements upon approval. Contact the grant provider (see source below) for an amount decision before applying.No fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreResearch Support Framework for Situational Awareness on information integrity
Grants to build research and infrastructure programmes for information integrity in the EU.
6 million Euro1 October 2026Read moreRobotlyftet
Support for small and medium-sized industrial companies in Sweden for evaluation and development within automation and robotics.
Up to SEK 150,000 for automation grant.No fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreCooperation projects SMEs Sweden-Germany
Bilateral innovation projects between Swedish and German SMEs — varying amounts at 50%.
Varies — approx. SEK 1–5 million per Swedish partnerSpecific calls — see VinnovaBilateral innovation projectsIndustry 4.0AI and digitalisationRead moreSI Ukraine Cooperation Programme
A support programme from the Swedish Institute to finance project preparations and collaborations with Ukraine's statistics authority to strengthen the country's statistical system.
200,000 SEKNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreSKAPA Prize
National innovation prize with several categories rewarding inventors and innovators throughout Sweden.
about SEK 10,000 regionally, about SEK 250,000 and about SEK 500,000 in national finals, SEK 100,000 for the role model prizeNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreSport
Supports development and implementation of joint activities to promote sport and physical activity, including innovative activities and non-profit events.
Not specified in advance — decided individually based on your application and project. Some grant providers assess your situation, others sign agreements upon approval. Contact the grant provider (see source below) for an amount decision before applying.No fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreScholarship for students wishing to develop a sustainable idea
A scholarship of SEK 33,000 for students at Lund University wishing to develop a sustainable idea.
SEK 33,000Application open until 12 FebruaryRead moreSupport for assignment from the Swedish Energy Agency to LEAD
A three-year assignment with a total of 4.5 million SEK to LEAD, Linköping Science Park and Cleantech Östergötland to increase the commercialisation of energy innovations and contribute to Sweden's energy and climate policy goals.
Not specified in advance — decided individually based on your application and project. Some grant providers assess your situation, others sign agreements upon approval. Contact the grant provider (see source below) for an amount decision before applying.No fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreSupport for innovators via support organisations
Vinnova funds eight organisations in Sweden that help innovators and inventors to test and validate their business ideas at an early stage.
Up to SEK 50,000 in service valueNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.testing and validationRead moreSupport to Dissemination and Exploitation (D&E) for the Digital Europe Programme
Grants to strengthen dissemination and exploitation of results from the Digital Europe Programme.
1.8 million Euro1 October 2026SupportRead moreSupport to the implementation of Multi-Country Projects: EDIC Support Hub
Grants to establish an EDIC Support Hub providing support to EDICs, the European Commission and Member States.
1 million Euro1 October 2026SupportRead moreSweden and the rest of the world - The Swedish Postcode Lottery Foundation
Grants for non-profit organisations and public benefit foundations running projects with positive societal development in Sweden and globally in areas such as democracy, human rights, climate, culture and wellbeing.
Usually approximately 2 million SEK on average. Rarely under 700,000 SEK.Ongoing applicationprojects within civil societyRead moreSwedish Space Innovation Cooperation (SSIC)
National collaboration project with funding of 35.5 million SEK to develop new digital collaboration forms and services within the space sector.
Not specified in advance — decided individually based on your application and project. Some grant providers assess your situation, others sign agreements upon approval. Contact the grant provider (see source below) for an amount decision before applying.No fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreSynergy — KK Foundation
Research projects combining at least two different research disciplines with companies.
Maximalt 15 miljoner kronorSista ansökningsdag 27 januari 2027Interdisciplinary researchIndustry-academiaInnovation across disciplinesRead moreThe Living Planet Fellowship
A grant from ESA aimed at young researchers with a PhD in remote sensing, earth observation, geoscience or climate research to start a research career.
Up to EUR 40,000 per year plus EUR 3,000 for travel, conference fees and publications30 JuneRead moreGrowth loans – when you want to scale faster
Loans for scalable companies wanting to grow quickly and scale up their operations.
Not specified in advance — decided individually based on your application and project. Some grant providers assess your situation, others sign agreements upon approval. Contact the grant provider (see source below) for an amount decision before applying.No fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreTransformative Health Instrument Call 2025
Grants for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in health innovation focusing on adaptable solutions that put the patient at the centre.
400,000 – 500,000 eurosNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreSecure housing with digital support
Grant for a preparatory project aimed at providing new knowledge about the elderly’s needs for security and digital inclusion as well as possible IoT solutions adapted for secure housing.
SEK 299,290No fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Preparatory projectRead moreTurbine Capital
A venture capital fund for early deeptech companies offering capital and industrial expertise to accelerate the growth of deeptech startups in Sweden and Europe.
Not specified in advance — decided individually based on your application and project. Some grant providers assess your situation, others sign agreements upon approval. Contact the grant provider (see source below) for an amount decision before applying.No fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreUse Case for the Health, Demography and Quality of Life programme
Funding for a use case study simulating the effects of the programme's vision on Nordic companies across various sectors.
Max 4.5 million NOKNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreCall #12 System demonstrators for climate-neutral cities, planning phase
Grants for municipalities to plan the establishment of full-scale system demonstrators for climate-neutral cities, requiring consortia from industry, academia and civil society.
Max 1 million SEKNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreCall 2 demo projects
Grants of SEK 15 million for demonstration projects supporting innovative solutions for sustainable and resource-efficient cities with digitalisation and citizen engagement.
Not specified in advance — decided individually based on your application and project. Some grant providers assess your situation, others sign agreements upon approval. Contact the grant provider (see source below) for an amount decision before applying.No fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreCalls and procurements in innovation, skills development and collaborations
Various calls for innovative ideas, skills development and collaborations within the agricultural sector.
Not specified in advance — decided individually based on your application and project. Some grant providers assess your situation, others sign agreements upon approval. Contact the grant provider (see source below) for an amount decision before applying.No fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreVerification Grant
A public grant from Almi that helps companies and in some cases private individuals to test and verify an innovative business idea at an early stage.
Up to 100,000 SEK for companies, up to 25,000 SEK for private individualsNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreVerification funds
A grant that helps companies and in some cases individuals to test and verify an innovative business idea at an early stage to reduce risks before further investments.
Up to SEK 100,000 for companies, up to SEK 25,000 for individuals, varies by region and assessment.No fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.business developmentRead moreViable Cities first call
Grants within the Viable Cities programme for projects supporting energy and climate transition in cities with a focus on digitalisation and citizen engagement.
Not specified in advance — decided individually based on your application and project. Some grant providers assess your situation, others sign agreements upon approval. Contact the grant provider (see source below) for an amount decision before applying.No fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreVinnova Innovation Project
An investment programme from Vinnova that provides funding to small and medium-sized companies with promising commercial potential.
SEK 2 millionNo fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read moreVINNOVA Innovation projects
SEK 200,000 – 20,000,000 for innovative projects within AI, health, industry and sustainable development.
SEK 200,000 – 20,000,000Specific calls — see VINNOVAAI and machine learningHealth and life scienceIndustry 4.0Read moreVinnova grants to startups for sustainable development and enhanced competitiveness
Funding for young companies with high-risk projects to verify and validate business ideas within sustainable development.
300,000 SEK (example from Flow Below)No fixed deadline specified — applications are usually accepted continuously. Check current dates with the grant provider.Read more