Neotec CDTI

Boost your technology project with the CDTI’s NEOTEC programme

Non-repayable funding of up to €250,000

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NEOTEC 2025 from CDTI supports technology start-ups in their early years, financing the creation and consolidation of business models based on proprietary technology.

The programme offers significant grants to cover personnel, equipment, technological development and key growth activities.

Liquidity

Access significant funding

Up to 70% of your fundable budget, with a maximum of €250,000. Up to 85% and €325,000 in special cases.

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Supports innovation from the outset

Designed for companies less than three years old that base their business model on proprietary technology developed in-house.

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Boost your growth

Finance key investments: staff, equipment, materials, external collaborations, etc.

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Commitment to excellence

Additional incentive if you hire doctors, and the opportunity to train at the Enterprise Innovation Institute (USA).

€20M

2025 Budget

€5M

Budget reserved for women entrepreneurs

85%

Maximum project funding

€325k

Maximum amount per project

Key information

Eligibility Check

💡Start early: we recommend preparing your proposal 1–2 months in advance so you can properly define your business plan, justify the technological basis, and gather all the necessary documentation.

About the programme

The NEOTECprogramme is a CDTI grant scheme that supports the creation and consolidation of technology-based companies (EBTs) whose business model is based on proprietary technology generated from research.

Who can participate (beneficiary entities)
  • Innovative small businesses (EBTs) are eligible to apply.
  • The company must be no more than three years old.
  • It must have a minimum share capital of €20,000.
  • It must have a business model based on its own technology.
  • This technology must be developed internally by the company.
Types of projects
  • It funds projects for the creation of technology start-ups.
  • It supports projects for the consolidation of technology start-ups.
  • It includes the development of innovative products in any technology sector.
  • It also covers the development of innovative services in any technology sector.
Terms and conditions of funding
  • NEOTEC offers non-repayable grants.
  • It funds up to 70% of the project budget.
  • The maximum standard grant is €250,000.
  • The limit can be extended to €325,000 if the start-up incorporates a PhD holder into the team.
Deadline
  • The dates for the CDTI’s NEOTEC 2025 call for proposals were from 12 May 2025 to 12 June 2025 at 12:00 noon (peninsular time).
  • The following deadlines have not yet been announced, but they can be consulted as soon as they are published on the CDTI’s official website..
Eligible activities

NEOTEC allows financing for:

  • Own staff
  • Investments in equipment and materials
  • External collaborations and consultancies
  • Patents, licences, insurance, rentals and supplies
  • Training and travel (with limits)Auditing (up to €2,000)
Application process
  • The call for applications has a single evaluation phase.
  • Applications must be submitted electronically.
  • No guarantees are required to receive advance payments.
  • Advance payments of up to 60% of the aid granted may be received.

Do you need help with the NEOTEC programme?

Our specialist consultants will explain everything you need to know about the CDTI’s NEOTEC programme in detail.

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Obtain NEOTEC funding for your company

  • Our working methodology is based on several stages led by our team of experts and supported by our funding search tool.
  • Funding Search Tool: This provides us with all the latest information on all types of public funding.
Control de convocatorias (1)

Call for proposals monitoring

We identify projects with the potential to obtain funding through the NEOTEC programme, analysing their degree of innovation, their own technological base and their compliance with the CDTI’s eligibility criteria for newly created technology start-ups.

Diagnóstico y preparación

Diagnostic and preparation

We carry out eligibility analysis and structure the project technically and financially: definition of the technological and business development plan, preparation of a justifiable budget, planning of the entrepreneurial team, as well as the complete preparation of the file on the CDTI platform to comply with NEOTEC requirements.

Obtención de ayuda (2)

Obtaining funding

We draft and submit the proposal, ensuring compliance with the CDTI’s technical, financial and administrative requirements, and guiding the report to maximise its score in the technical, economic and impact assessment of the NEOTEC programme.

Gestión del proyecto (1)

Project management

We offer support throughout the entire process: signing and formalising the grant with CDTI, processing advance payments without the need for guarantees, technical monitoring, assistance with audits and support in justifying expenses in accordance with the criteria established by the NEOTEC programme.

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Our Funding Search Tool keeps you connected to the latest public funding opportunities — from national and regional programmes.

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“The Evolution Europe team demonstrated a keen understanding of the company’s problem and the scientific complexity of the project. Their technicians provided critical and constructive feedback that significantly improved the original proposal.”

 

 

Joseba Villate, CEO of Alterity

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“We particularly appreciate the team’s flexibility in offering us a financial proposal tailored to the needs of start-ups. We also value their ability to communicate with international and multidisciplinary teams, as well as their ability to identify potential improvements in the consortia and the tasks initially proposed.”

 

Ana Bouchet, Co-founder of Lifesome Therapeutics

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“Evolution was instrumental in improving and refining our business model and marketing strategy. In addition, the proposal was written to a very high standard; we could not have achieved this without Evolution’s help.”

Fadhil Musa, co-founder of Delox

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“The collaboration with Evolution has been very positive. From the outset, the process was smooth and clear. The Evolution team responded quickly and facilitated the formation of the consortium, which made the whole process much easier.”

Guillermo Molano, Co-Founder & CEO of Terracelab

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“The Evolution Europe team demonstrated a keen understanding of the company’s problem and the scientific complexity of the project. Their technicians provided critical and constructive feedback that significantly improved the original proposal.”

Ignasi Hontecillas, Director of R&D, Quality and Food Safety at AGROCAT

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“Evolution´s team has acted professionally at all times, listening to our needs and always paying close attention to the deadlines and requirements of the grants we have applied for and received.”

Jaime Mir Pastor, Manager of Mirmar

Other funding opportunities

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R&D Tax deductions

Lower your corporation tax by taking advantage of a powerful and flexible incentive for innovative companies.

  • Recover between 25% and 59% of your R&D&I expenses.
  • Possibility of monetising the deduction even without profits.
  • Applicable to research, development and technological innovation projects.
  • Compatible with grants such as CDTI, ENISA or European programmes.
  • Maximum legal certainty with the Binding Reasoned Report.
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Social Security Bonus for Research Staff

  • Lowers labour costs for R&D staff by up to 40%.
  • Immediate monthly savings applied directly to social security contributions.
  • Fully compatible with R&D tax deductions if your company has the Innovative SME Seal.
  • Additional bonus of +5% for young researchers.
  • Additional bonus of +5% for women.
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  • Patent Box

    • Lowers your effective corporation tax rate by up to 10%.
    • Up to 60% reduction in the tax base for income from the transfer or exploitation of intangible assets (patents, software, industrial designs).
    • Simple implementation — no need to capitalise the asset on the balance sheet.
    • Retroactive application possible and compatible with other aid (tax deductions, ENISA, CDTI).
    • Ideal for companies that market their own technology.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about CDTI´s NEOTEC.

How much money can I earn with NEOTEC?

The grant covers up to 70% of the budget, with a maximum of €250,000, which can be increased to €325,000 if the company adds a PhD holder to its team.

Is NEOTEC compatible with other forms of funding?

Yes, it is compatible provided that the intensity limits are not exceeded and that the same expenditure items are not financed by other grants.

How long does a NEOTEC project last?

NEOTEC projects last between one and two years, depending on the start-up’s development and consolidation needs.

When should you start preparing your NEOTEC application?

Given the level of detail required, it is advisable to begin preparing the proposal 1–2 months before the deadline.

What size should the project budget be?

The project budget must be at least €175,000.

How do I know if I am eligible for NEOTEC?

You are eligible if your company meets all of the following requirements:

  • You are a small, innovative technology-based company (EBT).
  • You have been in business for less than three years.
  • You have a minimum paid-up share capital of €20,000.
  • Your business model is based on proprietary technology developed in-house.
  • You have not been acquired by another company and you are not a spin-off of a large company.

If you meet these criteria, your start-up may be eligible for NEOTEC.

How are projects evaluated?

Projects are scored according to:

  • Business model and commercial exploitation (30 points)
  • Technology and innovation (35 points)
  • Capacity of the entrepreneurial team (30 points)
  • Socio-economic and environmental impact (5 points)
What is the CDTI funding search tool?

Staying up to date with calls for proposals and funding lines is essential for accessing the grants and subsidies your company needs. At Evolution Europe, we use advanced technology to identify the most suitable opportunities for your company.

With out Funding Search Tool, you will have immediate visibility of open calls for proposals at the national level—including CDTI, AEI, PERTEs, ministries, and other public programmes—so you can quickly identify the lines that best fit your project.

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