EGA Ramp-Up
Application Deadline: To be announced We’re thrilled to introduce Season 3 of EGA Ramp-Up – a programme designed to empower the next generation of changemakers…
Category: Open innovation calls
Here we group all posts that mention programs where startups have to apply.
TiE U 2025
Application Deadline: May 31st, 2025 Dear Student Entrepreneur, Thank you for your interest in applying for TiE U 2025! We can’t wait to see you…
Zayed Sustainability Prize
Application Deadline: June 23rd, 2025 On behalf of the Zayed Sustainability Prize, we are thrilled to invite you to apply for its upcoming edition. The Zayed…
Sandooq Al Watan’s Student Pitch Competition – Spring 2025
Application Deadline: 19 March 2025 Win up to 30,000 AED and kickstart your entrepreneurial journey! Startups Themes: Culture, Tourism & Creative Industries Sustainability Cybersecurity Healthcare…
MBRIF Welcomes Applicants for 10th Cohort of its Innovation Accelerator
Application Deadline: N/A Duration of the Program: 6 Months Are you a high-potential innovator looking to take your innovation to the next level? The application window…
Sheraa Startup DOJO Program
Application Deadline: 13th February 2025, 23:59 Program Start Date: 19th February 2025 Program Overview:Startup DOJO is Sheraa’s flagship youth accelerator program, designed for students or recent graduates…
in5 Tech
Apply Anytime!No matter the day, month, or year, applications are always open. We’re here to support your next great idea. In5 is home to hundreds…
in5 Media
Apply Anytime!No matter the day, month, or year, applications are always open. We’re here to support your next great idea. in5 is home to hundreds…
in5 Design
Apply Anytime!No matter the day, month, or year, applications are always open. We’re here to support your next great idea. in5 is home to hundreds…
in5 Science
Apply Anytime!No matter the day, month, or year, applications are always open. We’re here to support your next great idea. in5 has supported more than…
Hub71+ AI
Application Deadline Cohort 18: August 1st, 2025 Is your startup harnessing innovative AI technologies to transform industries and drive meaningful impact within your sector? Hub71+…
MENAT Regenerative Agriculture Venture Programme
Application Deadline: January 6, 2025 Programme Overview Goumbook’s MENAT Regenerative Agriculture Venture Programme aims to empower, upskill researchers, students and innovators that are addressing fundamental…
Khalifa Fund Entrepreneurship Competition
Application Deadline: November 20, 2024 Join the Khalifa Fund Entrepreneurship Competition during Abu Dhabi Business Week! This is your opportunity to present your innovative ideas,…
EBS Incubator Program Application
Application Deadline: December 3, 2024, by 5 PM GST Seeking a haven to grow your venture?The UAE-based EBS Global Incubator (Edinburgh Business School Global Incubator…
SANDBOX Startup Investment Program
Application Deadline: 12th January 2025, 23:59 Program Start Date: Mid-February 2025 Program Overview SANDBOX is a Dubai-based, VC-backed accelerator by Oraseya Capital, targeting pre-Seed to…
C3 Net Zero Catalyst programme
Application Deadline: 15th December 2024 Program Overview The C3 Net Zero Catalyst Programme, launched in partnership with HSBC, is designed to support late-stage, tech-driven companies…
XRPL Grants / XRPL Accelerator
Application Deadline: December 1st, 2024 DIFC Innovation Hub , in partnership with RippleX, is now accepting applications for the XRPL Accelerator – Launch Programme. This…
The Catalyst Accelerator Program
Open for Applications Application Deadline: 12 December 2024 Flat6Labs and The Catalyst are launching The Catalyst Accelerator Program, which is dedicated to supporting MENA-based entrepreneurs…
TradeTech Accelerator Program
Application Deadline: 17 November 2024 The TradeTech Accelerator is a 12-week virtual program aimed at helping innovative startups revolutionize global trade. Backed by the UAE…
Sharjah Startup Studio (S3) by Sheraa
Application Deadline: 24 November 2024 Days Hours Minutes Calling All Startup Founders! The Sharjah Startup Studio (S3) by Sheraa is now accepting applications for its…
Bedayat Business Incubation Program
Application Deadline: October 30th, 2024 Join our Bedayat Business Incubation Program! Are you a startup with innovative solutions focused on Food Security, Clean Energy, Water…
Future 100
Application Deadline: 30 October 2024 About A list of the top 100 future enterprises in the UAE is a national initiative launched by the Ministry of Economy…
UN Tourism Women in Tech Startup Competition
Application Deadline: 31 August 2024 Apply now to the UN Tourism Women in Tech Startup Competition before August 31 We’re looking for:– Innovative startups based…
C3 Impact Accelerators
Application Deadline: 30 September 2024 Embark on a transformative learning journey with C3, featuring interactive workshops, expert panels, and deep dives into key topics. This…
GrowthX Accelerator AI
Application Deadline: 02 September 2024 The GrowthX Accelerator is an equity-free startup accelerator program held virtually over 10-12 weeks every year, followed by an in-person…
Access Sharjah Challenge
Application Deadline: 05 September 2024 The Access Sharjah Challenge (ASC) is an annual program inviting growth-stage startups from across the globe to tackle significant challenges…
Ma’an Social Incubator
Opportunity for Social Entrepreneurs Application Deadline: September 19th, 2024 This Cohort of the Ma’an Social Incubator is tailor-made for startups that are pioneering ideas for…
Hub71+ ClimateTech
Application Deadline Cohort 18: August 1st, 2025 Elevate your startup by accelerating decarbonization with Hub71+ ClimateTech in partnership with ADNOC, Siemens Energy, Tabreed, TAQA, Catalyst,…
Access Program Hub71
Application Deadline Cohort 18: August 1st, 2025 Are you an established startup hoping to gain a foothold in Abu Dhabi so you can scale your…
MBRIF Innovation Accelerator Cohort 9
Application Deadline: 31st August 2024 Duration of the Program: 9 Months Are you a high-potential innovator looking to take your innovation to the next level?…
Start your business with Mustaqbali!
Application Deadline: August 7th, 2024 Mustaqbali is Sandooq Al Watan’s 8-week entrepreneurship bootcamp designed for UAE Nationals aged 18 and older. The training will be delivered as in-person evening classes in…
Global Leadership Summer Camp 2024
Application Deadline: June 30th, 2024 Are you a driven individual eager to ignite your entrepreneurial spirit and develop your leadership skills? Then, the Global Leadership…
Hub71+ Digital Assets
Application Deadline Cohort 18: August 1st, 2025 Hub71+ Digital Assets is a specialist ecosystem dedicated to unleashing the disruptive potential of Web3 offering a comprehensive support…
CyberE71 Program
by Cyber Security Council Application Deadline: To be confirmed Introducing CyberE71, the UAE’s groundbreaking flagship program spearheaded by the UAE Cybersecurity Council. Designed to fortify…
HealthX Program for Gen AI Startups
Application Deadline: June 30th, 2024 In partnership with the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi, we’re thrilled to announce the launch of the HealthX program.…
Guarantee Scheme
Application Deadline: Always Open Want to take your path-breaking innovation to the next level? The MBRIF’s Guarantee Scheme provides you with access to financial support…
TiE Women Program 2024
Application Deadline: June 30th, 2024 We are excited to announce that applications are now open for the TiE Women Program 2024, an incredible opportunity for…
Ma’an Social Incubator (MSI) – Cohort 9
Opportunity for Emirati Founders: Application Deadline: July 10th, 2024 The Ma’an Social Incubator (MSI) – Cohort 9 is specifically tailored for an Emirati cohort featuring…
Standard Chartered Women in Tech
Application Deadline: June 16th, 2024 Calling All Women-Led Tech Start-ups in the UAE! Accelerate your start-up’s growth with our exclusive programme offering tailored guidance, mentorship,…
AngelSpark – Apply for Funding
Application Deadline: Always Open A chance to receive $100K investment from a group of active and established angel investors in the region. AngelSpark is…
Middle East LBS Business Angels (MELBA) Investors Forum
Application deadline: May 2nd, 2024 Call for Startups Supported by London Business School’s Institute of Entrepreneurship and Private Capital (IEPC), we are excited to host…
Beban Season 4
Application Deadline: June 6th, 2024 Beban is an entrepreneurship-themed reality television show and the region’s 1st private-public investment platform that connects entrepreneurs with regional investors…
Fostering innovative climate solutions in the MENA region
Fostering innovative climate solutions in the MENA region The Mega GreenAccelerator Program Deadline: March 31st 2024. Eligibility: The Applicable startups should currently be raising funds…
The Entrepreneurship Challenge
Applicaton Deadline: May 1st 2024 The Graduate Fund is announcing its first initiatives; The Entrepreneurship Challenge which aims to attract both aspiring and existing Emirati entrepreneurs between 18 to 35 years…
RTA Startup Challenge
Deadline: Feb 15, 2024 We are pleased to invite you to participate in the 6th Edition of RTA Start-Ups Challenge, planned to be hosted in…
Road To Start Summit Abu Dhabi
Deadline: Submit application By Feb 18th 2024 Win a Chance to Attend the START Summit! START Summit is a 6000+ attendee conference in Switzerland culminating…
Entrepreneurship World Cup
Application Deadline: 29 Feb 2024 The Entrepreneurship World Cup is one of the biggest and most diverse startup pitch competitions and support programs of its kind, featuring more…
SandBox
Application deadline 31st December 2023. Are you a high-potential tech founder? Want $150,000 investment? Seeking world-class mentorship? Do you have a nexus to UAE? Apply…
Future Focused Solutions for Climate Mitigation and Adaptation
Deadline: Application Deadline: Jan 14 2024 Overview Funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office’s Gulf Strategy Fund, this programme is responding to three opportunities outlined…
Innovation-Based Entrepreneurship Bootcamp
Application deadline: Always Open. EXPECTED APPLICANTS Students, researchers, faculties or anyone with a great technology-based idea and eager to transform their ideas into a startup…
