Accelerator

imec.istart Italy

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imec.istart Italy, with CdP and Pariter Partners, makes equity investments in deep tech and robotics startups with a link to Italy. Selected portfolio companies may be invited to a 12 to 18 month acceleration program.

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Key facts

Organiser
imec.istart
Deadline
Rolling
Amount
€1,500,000 · Investment
Open to
Italy
Stages
Idea, Pre-seed, Seed
Sectors
Deeptech and hardware

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See your fit: whether you qualify, the official application form, and Autopilot to fill it in for you. Equity, fees, format and location open with it.

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Key questions about imec.istart Italy

Who can apply to imec.istart Italy?

imec.istart Italy is aimed at startups at these stages: Idea, Pre-seed, and Seed. Eligible locations: Italy. Only startups in these sectors qualify: Deeptech and hardware. Other requirements: Deep tech or robotics product with proprietary IP; Link with Italy, such as an Italian branch or research collaboration; Non-Italian startups outside Europe/US/Canada must set up an Italian legal entity.

When is the imec.istart Italy deadline?

imec.istart Italy takes applications on a rolling basis, so there is no fixed deadline.

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Verified on November 7, 2026 against the official page.