Budget

Receive up to €40,000 to develop photonics and/or quantum challenge-oriented solutions. Receive up to €10,000 to be used for training and related services that enhance their resilience and/or sustainability. Participate in up to two Matching Missions organised by the project in 2026 and receive €610 (CZ) and/or €830 (DE) to cover participation costs

Key dates and deadline

- Open Call launch: 17 November 2025 - Deadline for Applications: 19 January 2026, 17:00 CET - Evaluation period: 20 January 2026 to 16 February 2026 - Communication of Results: 17 February 2026 - Onboarding: 1 April 2026 to 30 April 2026.

Details

MISSIONS Receive up to €1,440 to cover participation costs in Matching Missions. Czech Republic (Prague) – March 24–26, 2026 Focus: Manufacturing & Industrial Optics Germany (Stuttgart) – October 8–9, 2026 Focus: Mobility Sector TRAININGS & SERVICES Receive up to €10,000 to be used for training and services that enhance their resilience and/or sustainability SOLUTIONS Receive up to €40,000 to develop photonics and/or quantum challenge- oriented solutions that contribute to a higher impact in sustainability and resilience.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants must be SMEs legally established in an EU Member State or a Horizon Europe Associated Country, having been established before 17 July 2025. They must meet the EU definition of an SME and have no conflicts of interest with PhotonQBoost partners.

Additional information

How to apply?

https://photonqboost.eu/open-call-ii/