Startup Centers
Regional Innovation Startup Centres (RISCs) support startups and innovative entrepreneurs by providing access to infrastructure, knowledge, mentoring, and networks necessary for the development and growth of innovative business ventures.
In 2023, the Innovation Fund launched a support programme for the establishment and strengthening of Regional Innovation Startup Centres, which over the past two years has contributed to the development of their capacities and the strengthening of local innovation ecosystems. In 2026, the Fund is launching a new support programme that represents a continuation of institutional and programme support for the already established centres.
The objective of the Programme is to further strengthen the organisational and programme capacities of Regional Innovation Startup Centres, improve the quality and accessibility of services provided to beneficiaries, and enhance their role within the innovation ecosystem of the Republic of Serbia.
Eligibility Criteria
The Programme is open to Regional Innovation Startup Centres that have been established and/or supported for two years under the previous Innovation Fund programme aimed at developing Regional Innovation Startup Centres.
Each Regional Innovation Startup Centre must apply as the lead applicant and is required to establish a partnership with one Science and Technology Park (STP).
Applications must include the following documents:
- Application Form;
- Budget Form;
- A document confirming that the RISC has access to premises and the necessary equipment for its operation, free of encumbrances and restrictions, and available for use in accordance with the objectives of this Programme;
- Partnership Agreement with a Science and Technology Park.
The Application Form and Budget Form are available on the Documentation page.
Funding
The Innovation Fund provides financial support of up to RSD 7,500,000 per Regional Innovation Startup Centre, covering up to 100% of the approved project budget.
The support is awarded for the implementation of activities over a 12-month period, with the aim of strengthening RISC capacities, improving services for beneficiaries, and further developing local innovation ecosystems.
The Call for Proposals is available here.
Applications must be submitted exclusively in electronic format to the following e-mail address: startupcentri@inovacionifond.rs
Call for Proposals Status:Closed