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The European High Performance Computing Joint Undertaking (EuroHPC JU)
  • Call for proposals
  • Open

Quantum Grand Challenge

The call aims at strengthening Europe’s leadership in quantum computing technologies and accelerate the development of industrial-scale quantum computing platforms.

Details

Status
Open
Publication date
14 October 2025
Opening date
Deadline model
Single-stage
Deadline date
29 January 2026, 17:00 (CET)

Description

This call for proposals invites European quantum computing startups to develop quantum computing solutions with a clear market perspective. 

The action is implemented in two phases: In the first phase (Phase 1) European start-ups are invited to prepare a technical and financial roadmap that demonstrates the potential of their quantum computing solution and provide physical proofs of principle or preliminary prototypes. 

At the end of Phase 1 the output of the startups will be evaluated and the start-ups successfully passing the technical and financial evaluation will be eligible to participate in the second phase (Phase 2, not subject to this call) and submit a proposal to the European Investment Bank (EIB) for financing in connection with the full maturation of the proposed quantum computing solution. 

The objective of Phase 2 is achieving technological maturity and market readiness in alignment with InvestEU’s objectives of fostering innovation, competitiveness, and sustainable growth in strategic sectors.

More Details on How to Apply 

The FAQ document is available below:

  • General publications
  • 5 December 2025
FAQ - Quantum Grand Challenge

PPT Presentation

  • General publications
  • 5 December 2025
Quantum Grand Challenge - First Presentation

Recording