Applications programme: subsidies for digital solution development

In cooperation with the Agency for Enterprise and Innovation, the Ministry of Industry and Trade has announced Call II under the Applications programme to support digitisation.

This call aims to promote technological progress and enhance the competitiveness of enterprises by supporting the development of innovative digital solutions. Enterprises of all sizes can apply for this type of support, but large enterprises must carry out their project in effective cooperation with an SME. Applications for support can be submitted until 20 May 2025.

The funds for allocation under this call are CZK 1.5 billion, with a subsidy of up to CZK 50 million per project. For large enterprises, the aid intensity has been limited to 40% of eligible expenses, which include personnel expenses, contract research and R&D consultancy service expenses, and other fixed expenses. Areas supported include e.g. artificial intelligence and machine learning (including big data and security), cyber security, advanced manufacturing and robotics, sustainable energy and low-emission technologies, and communication and networking technologies.

The project output must be at least one digital solution. Projects can be implemented in the whole territory of the Czech Republic except Prague, and applicants can only submit a maximum of two projects under the call.

If you are interested in obtaining this support, we will be happy to check the compliance of your activities with the terms of the call.

Silvie Beranovásberanova@kpmg.cz   

Lukáš Otýpkalotypka@kpmg.cz