Grants, loans and innovation support: current opportunities for SMEs

25.05. 2026

Sufficient financial resources are one of the key prerequisites for growth and competitiveness of companies. A well-chosen combination of grants, investments or soft loans can significantly support the development of new products, entry into foreign markets and the implementation of innovative or sustainable projects. Here is an overview of selected current opportunities that you should not miss.

OP TAK Marketing – Call III

Support for SME participation in foreign fairs and exhibitions – for example, for the rental of exhibition space, transport of exhibits or marketing materials.

• Subsidies of up to 2.45 million. CZK 2.5 million, support rate up to 50%.
• Applications will be accepted from 18 June to 19 October 2026.
• The project must be implemented outside the territory of the capital city. Prague.
• The call is continuous, so the speed of application may be a factor.

OP TAK Innovation vouchers

The programme supports the purchase of expert and consultancy services in the field of innovation – for example, testing, measurement, analysis, certification, design of technological solutions, process optimisation or services related to new product development.

• Total eligible expenditure from 100 thousand. CZK up to 2 million. CZK.
• The amount of aid is up to 75 % of eligible expenditure (de minimis scheme).
• Applications will be accepted until 30 April 2028.
• The project must be implemented outside the territory of the capital city. Prague.

OP TAK Applications – International Cooperation

The call is intended for companies implementing industrial research and experimental development projects in cooperation with a foreign partner. Research organisations can only participate as partners.

• Subsidies from 3 to 50 million. CZK, support rate 25-85%.
• Applications will be accepted until 30 November 2026.
• The project must be implemented outside the territory of the capital city. Prague.

OP TAK Circular economy

Promoting investment in material efficiency, waste recycling or circular technologies. The programme is intended for projects implemented in selected less developed regions of the Czech Republic.

• Total eligible expenditure 2-250 million. CZK 2,250, support rate 40-60 %.
• Applications will be accepted until 30 July 2026.

NRB Expansion – credit OP TAK

Interest-free investment loan for small and medium-sized enterprises for the acquisition of technology, machinery, software or business property.

• The loan amount can reach up to CZK 100 million. CZK 100 with a maturity of up to 15 years.

In preparation:

• TAČR – PRODEF – subsidies to support applied research and innovation in the field of defence industry
• STEP INVESTMENT – research and development of critical technologies – subsidies for salaries and investment costs
• MIT – TWIST – innovation into practice
• TAČR TREND – subsidies to support research and development

Need to get your bearings?

At Enterprise Europe Network, we help companies select the right support programme, assess the project plan and connect them with relevant experts and partners.

Looking for funding for innovation, new product development or international expansion?

We can help you find the support that fits your needs and the current stage of your business development.

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