Cybersecurity Grants for SMEs 2026 - application window opened
One of the most important funding sources is the “Digital Europe Programme,” which supports the development of cybersecurity and the digital resilience of enterprises.
Cybersecurity Grants
Application call - deadline
The application call under the programme runs from 21 April to 1 October 2026 and is conducted in a competitive process.
In practice, this means that:
- applications are evaluated according to specific qualitative and formal criteria,
- competition between projects may be high,
- the quality of application documentation and alignment with the programme’s objectives are crucial.
Preparation for submitting a cybersecurity grant application should not be postponed - developing the project, budget, and business justification requires time and precise alignment with the competition requirements.
Cybersecurity Grants
Grant amount - what can be obtained?
Within the programme, micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises can receive funding ranging from EUR 30,000 to EUR 60,000 for projects including, among others:
- implementation of cybersecurity solutions,
- development of IT products and services,
- adaptation to regulatory requirements (e.g. NIS2),
- certification and technological development,
- international cooperation and foreign expansion.
Cybersecurity Grants
Who are cybersecurity grants for?
This programme is particularly relevant for companies:
- operating within supply chains of large organisations,
- processing sensitive data,
- subject to or preparing for new cybersecurity regulations (including NIS2).
If your organisation is preparing to implement NIS2, check our NIS2 compliance audit service.
In practice, this means that grants can not only increase an organisation’s security level but also help meet regulatory requirements and build a competitive advantage.
Cybersecurity Grants
Comprehensive support from Crowe Poland
Crowe Poland supports clients throughout the entire funding acquisition process – from assessing project potential and selecting the appropriate programme, through preparing application documentation, to project settlement and support during audits.
Thanks to combining expertise in consulting, audit, and compliance, we help companies safely go through the entire process and fully utilise available funds.
Do you want to check whether your company can benefit from cybersecurity grants?
