ACCELERATE THE MARKET ENTRY OF DEEP TECH STARTUP
Deep Tech Accelerator funding is intended for startups under the age of five that have already started their operations and have been established to commercialise the latest research results and expertise. With the funding, the company can invest in measures that speed up the start of growing international business.
DEEP TECH ACCELERATOR (DTA) FUNDING
The Deep Tech Accelerator funding is targeted at startups less than five years old that have already started their operations and have been founded to commercialise the latest research results and know-how. Research-based intellectual property rights and know-how are central to the value creation, market potential and competitiveness of funded companies. The companies are still in the product development phase and their operations involve high technological and market-entry risks. The companies typically have high R&D investments and a product development project underway. The companies often strive to make a large social impact and seek to address significant global problems.
The DTA funding package consists of three EUR 400,000 phases, the first two of which are grants and the third is a loan. Each phase is estimated to last between 12 and 18 months. Business Finland's funding contribution will cover 75% of the approved costs.
DTA funding is granted on the basis of funding calls. In 2025, one call for applications will be organised, and from 2026 onwards, calls will be organised twice a year.
Next DTA calls: The call for applications schedule for 2026 will be announced later on this page.
What is required of your company?
- Founded to commercialise a business idea based on scientific research and related intellectual property.
- The solution creates added value for the company's customers and has significant international business potential and competitiveness.
- The development of the solution is still in progress, but it is at a level where it is justified to start commercialisation measures and business development.
- A full-time founding team with credible expertise in technology and business development.
- A credible financial plan and overall funding.
- The willingness and prerequisites to raise investments in the company.
A more detailed set of criteria and requirements for the company are presented in the call for applications.
If your company is interested in funding and you are considering applying, discuss your company's suitability for DTA funding with Business Finland. During the application period, please contact the persons mentioned in the call for applications or your account manager as soon as possible.
How does Business Finland funding work?
1
Before you apply
Plan a project and define its goals. Ensure the sufficiency of self-financing.
2
Apply for funding
Submit your application through online services. Submit the additional information requested.
3
Approve the funding decision
Business Finland will assess your application and notify you of its decision. Read the decision and its terms and conditions, and approve the decision in online services.
4
Use the funding
Arrange project accounting. Notify Business Finland of any changes.
5
Report your project
Report your project's implementation and costs. Attach the additional information requested with your report.
