In the coming period, applications will undergo a formal eligibility check and an independent international evaluation, following which a shortlist of start-ups will be drawn up. The shortlisted start-ups will pitch their businesses to an independent expert committee in early 2027.

The selected start-ups will participate in a three-month acceleration programme, during which they will have the opportunity to work with local and international mentors, strengthen their businesses and connect with investors. The programme also offers the possibility of receiving grant funding of up to RSD 36 million, subject to the programme’s terms and conditions.

Catapult is implemented as part of the SAIGE project, with the support of the Republic of Serbia, the European Union and the World Bank.

Source: srbija.gov.rs