Economic development aid (CNM)
The CNM’s official page, updated on 14 January 2026, provides for aid of up to 50% of eligible costs, capped at €100,000. The organisation must in particular be affiliated to the CNM, be an SME legal entity, normally have at least three years in business and three closed financial years, have turnover above €100,000 and devote at least 80% of its activity to the field covered.
The Centre national de la musique (CNM, national music centre) supports SMEs in the music sector that take a development risk through diversification or strategic repositioning. It is not general aid for running costs: the project must bring about a significant change in the organisation or business model.
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Who can apply
SME legal entities carrying out at least 80% of their activity in the music field covered by the CNM, affiliated, normally with at least three years in business and three closed financial years, at least one employee on a permanent contract for more than six months and turnover above €100,000 in the last closed financial year. Limited exceptions exist for certain business continuity situations.
Eligibility conditions
The project must be in development or start-up phase and lead to diversification or profound repositioning. CNM affiliation is mandatory and must be arranged at least 20 working days in advance. The official catalogue specifies exceptions for certain transfers of activity or renewed delegations, with proof of continuity.
What the scheme covers
Eligible items may include tangible and intangible investment, licences, external consulting, project-related services, brand communication and salary costs directly linked to the development. Excluded items include administrative costs, permanent staff, consumer software and costs linked to artistic projects.
Amount and funding terms
Cap: €100,000, within 50% of eligible costs. The CNM specifies that the aid cannot exceed the contributions of the entity and its partners. Payment in two instalments: a 70% advance after the decision, and the balance after the report and supporting documents are validated. The EU de minimis rule applies.
How to apply
Create or use your CNM professional account, arrange affiliation in advance, download the application file and submit the complete documents online. The CNM states that no applications by email or post are processed and that an incomplete application cannot be reviewed. Provide quotes when applying and an operational and financial report for the balance.
Timeline
The official page indicated a committee deadline of 29 September 2026, which has passed. Check the next date in your CNM professional account; allow at least six weeks for review, plus the affiliation period.
Key facts
- Funder
- Centre national de la musique (CNM)
- Type of funding
- Grant
- Status
- Ongoing
- Maximum amount
- €100,000
- Automatically extracted — check the official source
- Funding rate
- 50%
- Automatically extracted — check the official source
- Geographic scope
- All of France
Frequently asked questions
What is the aid cap?
Up to €100,000, not exceeding 50% of eligible costs and within the contributions of the entity and its partners.
Can a young company apply?
In principle, three years in business and three closed financial years are required; limited exceptions apply for business continuity.
How do I apply?
Applications are made through the CNM professional account after affiliation; applications by post or email are not processed.
Official source
No official URL is available in our data for this grant.
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