Accelerator

The Defence Pre-accelerator

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A three-month pre-accelerator for Estonian-registered deep-tech startups at TRL 3 or higher developing technology for the defence sector. It offers training, expert mentoring, possible grants of 5,000 euros and preparation for NATO DIANA or EDF programmes.

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Key facts

Organiser: Tehnopol Startup Incubator and Sparkup, Tartu Science Park
Amount: €5,000 · Grant
Open to: Estonia
Stages: Pre-seed
Sectors: Deeptech and hardware, Space and aerospace

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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 The Defence Pre-accelerator

Who can apply to The Defence Pre-accelerator?

The Defence Pre-accelerator is aimed at startups at these stages: Pre-seed. Eligible locations: Estonia. The company must be incorporated in Estonia. Only startups in these sectors qualify: Deeptech and hardware and Space and aerospace. Other requirements: Technology readiness level of at least 3; Innovative idea solving a defence or security problem.

When is the The Defence Pre-accelerator deadline?

Next cycles: Applications open again in spring 2027 (usually March to April).

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Verified on November 4, 2026 against the official page.