# KWF Proof of Concept (PoC) Programme – Call 2026-PoC-3

**Funder:** KWF
**Budget:** Up to €150,000 incl. VAT
**Deadline:** 22 September 2026 (12:00 noon)
**Duration:** 6–18 months
**Consortium:** No
**Application:** Single stage
**TRL:** 3+
**Frequency:** Annual (multiple rounds per year)
**Eligible countries:** NL
**Official call:** https://www.kwf.nl/en/forresearchers/funding/proofofconcept
**Last verified:** 29 April 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Add-on funding for ongoing or recently completed KWF-funded projects (incl. KWF-PPP, TTW Technology for Oncology, KWF-NWO early detection) that have reached at least TRL 3. Supports translational pathway definition, targeted development/validation, and regulatory/implementation preparation. TTO commitment letter mandatory; collaboration with TTO of applicant's research institution required.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/kwf-proof-of-concept-poc-programme-call-2026-poc-3) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.