# Innovation Uptake Call

**Funder:** EIT Health
**Budget:** Up to €650k per project; total call budget up to €5.2M
**Deadline:** 16 September 2026 (Application platform opens 15 July 2026; call opened 24 June 2026)
**Consortium:** Required — minimum 2 independent legal entities from different countries, covering at least 2 sides of the Knowledge Triangle
**Application:** Single stage
**TRL:** 7-9
**Official call:** https://eithealth.eu/opportunity/innovation-uptake/
**Last verified:** 5 July 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Funds mature digital, data-driven and AI-powered healthcare solutions ready to scale across European markets. Led by a Commercialising Entity (SME or industry player). Covers up to 50% of total project costs (50% co-funding required). Entities must be established in eligible Horizon Europe countries (EU Member States, associated or eligible third countries). Individuals cannot apply.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/eit-health-innovation-uptake-call-2026-09) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.