Become a participant

The new round of the MIT AI scheme is now open. SMEs can apply for funding through May 26, 2026, for collaborative R&D projects focused on AI. The total budget for the AiNed MIT AI Call 2026 is 3.55 million euros. 

Are you collaborating with other SME entrepreneurs to develop or innovate products, production processes, or services, and do you want to use AI for this? Then the MIT scheme might be right for you.

The program is intended for entrepreneurs who, in collaboration with other SMEs, wish to develop or innovate products, production processes, or services using AI. Applications may be submitted for either small-scale or large-scale collaborative projects. The eligibility criteria are the same as the general MIT criteria for R&D Collaborative Projects. 

Support for SMEs through the AiNed program
SMEs play a key role in the Dutch innovation economy, including in the field of AI. At the same time, studies show that SMEs in particular face many barriers when implementing AI. The MIT AI scheme aims to help bridge that gap between potential and application, with concrete AI applications that companies can further develop to strengthen their market position. The call is part of the National Growth Fund’s AiNed program and focuses on the responsible development and application of AI in Dutch SMEs.

Timeline and Eligibility Criteria To be eligible for funding, the project must fall within the key technology area of Artificial Intelligence. This means the following:

• The project contributes to the development and deployment of generative AI through "machine learning.
• The project includes an approach for the responsible development and application of AI.
• The project offers a demonstrably new solution for one or more of the AI Coalition 4 NL's work areas. AIC4NL is a public-private partnership, read more about the work areas here .

Looking for partners?
Are you looking for startups to submit a project proposal with? For inspiration, check out the Dutch selection of startups from the European AI Startup Landscape.

On the RVO website , you’ll find detailed information about the schedule and conditions of this call.

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