# KIEM HighTech

**Funder:** NWO
**Budget:** €2,121,262
**Deadline:** 24 March 2026 (14:00 hrs)
**Frequency:** Continuous
**Eligible countries:** NL
**Official call:** https://www.nwo.nl/en/calls
**Last verified:** 22 May 2026

## Summary

KIEM HighTech funds applied research and innovation projects in high-tech areas led by Dutch research institutions and companies, with grants up to approximately €2.1 million. The call targets researchers and teams developing market-relevant technologies and solutions in collaboration with industry partners. KIEM HighTech operates on a continuous submission basis, allowing applicants to apply throughout the year.

## Who should apply

- Research teams at Dutch academic institutions
- Applied research projects with industry collaboration or commercialisation potential
- High-tech sectors including ICT, nanotechnology, advanced materials, photonics, and engineering
- Applicants with clear pathways to market adoption or industrial innovation

## Key dates

- Continuous submission (no fixed deadline; 24 March 2026 is the next assessment round)
- Project duration typically 1-3 years (confirm on NWO site)

## Tips for applicants

- Emphasise industry co-funding or partnership letters — NWO expects shared investment in HighTech projects.
- Focus on feasibility and time-to-market; reviewers prioritise applied outcomes over fundamental novelty.
- Include clear metrics for technology readiness level (TRL) transition; track your starting and end-point TRL explicitly.

## Frequently asked questions

### How much can I request in a KIEM HighTech grant?

Grant amounts vary, with the current round supporting projects up to approximately €2.1 million. Exact budget caps depend on the call scope and project complexity.

### Who can apply for KIEM HighTech funding?

Dutch research institutions and teams collaborating with industry partners on applied high-tech research projects are eligible.

### When can I apply for KIEM HighTech?

KIEM HighTech accepts applications on a continuous basis; the next assessment round closes on 24 March 2026 at 14:00 hrs.

### What research areas does KIEM HighTech fund?

The programme supports applied research in high-tech sectors including ICT, nanotechnology, advanced materials, photonics, engineering, and related innovation-driven fields.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/nwo-kiem-hightech-2026-03) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.