EU grants acquisition for R&D projects
Our metodology
Innology prepares complete application documentation for highly competitive grant programs that fund Research and Development (R&D) projects at TRL levels 2–9. Our service is designed for SMEs, large enterprises, scientific-industrial consortia, and deep-tech startups planning R&D projects with funding requirements ranging from PLN 2 million to PLN 70 million (national programs) or up to EUR 17.5 million (EIC programs). Our work process consists of three key stages:
Stage 1: Eligibility and Success Probability Assessment
- Does the project qualify for funding under a specific program?
- What are its realistic chances of success?
- Innovation Potential: Does the project represent at least national-scale innovation (FENG) or breakthrough technological innovation (EIC)?
- Market Potential: Is there a defined target market, competitive advantage, and a credible commercialization model?
- Human Resources: Does the research team possess the necessary expertise to execute the R&D plan?
- Technical and Financial Feasibility: Are the scope, schedule, and budget consistent, and can the applicant provide the required co-financing?
Stage 2: Strategy Development and Grant Application
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Application Strategy: We define the optimal project scope, budget structure, and R&D milestones.
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Grant Application: Completing forms in systems like LSI or the Funding & Tenders Portal.
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R&D Project Description: State-of-the-art analysis, research methodology, risk assessment, and market analysis.
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Financial Analysis: Financial modeling, co-financing sources, and revenue projections.
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Stage 3: Submission and Evaluation Support
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Response Management: We handle requests for clarification or technical corrections from the evaluators.
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Expert Panel Preparation: For programs requiring a defense (e.g., SMART Path), we conduct mock interviews, provide presentation coaching, and advise on argumentation strategy.
R&D grants.
Program Specialization
We have secured over PLN 800 million in non-reimbursable funding for over 150 R&D projects across sectors such as: Space, Life Science, AI, Blockchain, Agri-Tech, Nutri-Tech, Clean-Tech, Mobility, Industry 4.0/5.0, IoT, and Electronics.
SMART PATH
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Up to PLN 70 million in funding
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For SMEs, large companies and consortia, including those with scientific entities
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For R&D work from TRL 2 to TRL 7-9, aimed at developing and marketing product or technological innovations on at least a national level.
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EIC Accelerator
- Up to EUR 17.5 million in mixed financing (up to EUR 2.5 million in grants and up to EUR 15 million in equity investment)
- For SMEs and mid-cap
- For R&D work from TRL5, oriented towards the development and market introduction of breakthrough innovations that only need demonstration in an operational environment, pilot implementation and market scaling.
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EIC Pathfinder
- Up to EUR 3-4 million in funding
- For consortia of at least three independent entities (e.g. universities, research organisations, SMEs, large companies or individuals)
- For R&D at the early stage of TRL 1-4 on ambitious visions of radically new technologies of the future
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EIC Transition
- Up to €2.5 million in funding,
- For SMEs, research organizations or small consortia (including those involving large companies),
- For R&D work involving the transformation of ideas at the PoP (proof of principle) stage into prototypes ready for demonstration (TRL 3/4 - TRL 5/6).
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STEP
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For SMEs, large companies, or consortia of enterprises and research organizations (R&D scheme only).
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Up to PLN 140 million in grants for research and development regarding critical technologies, resulting in the deployment of a breakthrough element with significant economic potential into the EU internal market (R&D scheme).
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Up to PLN 140 million in grants for the deployment of critical technologies—or their components, machinery, raw materials, or services—into the EU internal market to combat the EU's strategic dependencies
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Case studies.
Our completed projects
Carbominer
CleanTech / Circular Economy
Scope of the service
Securing EIC Accelerator (EICA) Grant
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Why
innology?
The R&D application process requires a rare combination of technical expertise, formal regulatory knowledge, and an understanding of evaluation logic. Errors often lead to rejection—rejection rates in the SMART Path exceed 70%, and in the EIC, over 90%.
> PLN 800 Million Secured
Proven track record in securing non-reimbursable grants.
13+ Years of Experience
Deep expertise in instruments like the "Fast Track" (POIR), SMART Path (FENG), and EIC Accelerator.
Ranked #1
Recognized as a leader in efficiency for R&D grant acquisition by Fundusze Europejskie magazine.
We are available
Wondering if your company has a chance for funding? Looking for more information? Contact us:
Szymon Łokaj
szymon.l@innology.pro 
+48 501 014 779 
Szymon Łokaj