Apply for imec.istart
Discover the open call dates for our Accelerator and Launch programs.
Ready to take the first step toward building a global startup? Apply for one of our upcoming programs today!
We are currently active in Belgium, The Netherlands and Italy.
Who are we looking for?
The imec.istart Accelerator program is ideal for startups that:
- are developing a tech product
- have a complementary team
- possess a working proof of concept
Not ready yet?
Consider applying for our imec.istart Launch program, designed for individuals or teams who may not yet have a working proof of concept but can clearly demonstrate what they are aiming to build.
Below you can find the start dates of our different programs and cohorts. Please note that our calls only open during specific time frames.
BELGIUM
| imec.istart Accelerator program |
Spring 2025 Open call Jan 1 - Feb 1 (midnight) |
CALL CLOSED | |
| imec.istart Launch program |
Spring 2025 Open call Feb 1 - Feb 18 (midnight) |
CALL CLOSED | |
| imec.istart Accelerator program |
Summer 2025 Open call May 1 - June 1 (midnight) |
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| imec.istart Accelerator program |
Autum 2025 Open call Sept 1 - Oct 1 (midnight) |
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| imec.istart Launch program |
Autumn 2025 Open call Oct 2 - Oct 18 (midnight) |
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THE NETHERLANDS
| imec.istart Accelerator program |
Summer 2025 Open call April 1 - May 1 (midnight) |
CALL CLOSED | |
| imec.istart Accelerator program |
Autumn 2025 Open call Oct 1 - Nov 1 (midnight) |
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ITALY
| imec.istart Accelerator program | Startup application process done by Pariter Partners |
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