Thuringian Digital Transformation SME Innovation Grant

Competitive grant awarded to graduate student-led startups and university spin-offs piloting industrial AI, computer vision, or smart sensor solutions with regional manufacturing partners.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Affiliated student or research associate at a Thuringian university.
English language proficiency: English or German.
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required.
Thesis / Research statement: Project application (8 pages) including technical milestone roadmap.
Recommendation letters: Letter of intent from a regional industrial manufacturing partner.

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: €15,000 project grant covering prototype manufacturing and lab testing costs
Application fee: €0
Tuition / joining costs: €0

Dates and verification

Application deadline: June 30, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official EDIH Thuringia - European Digital Innovation Hub Consortium documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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