Innovation Pathways Diagnostic
The assessment is carried out with a listed expert and is aimed at independent SMEs and mid-caps meeting the EU definition. It involves around 10 days of work over a period of up to eight months. Our data indicates a maximum value of €13,000, which should be distinguished from the remaining cost and the current funding terms. Check updated eligibility and pricing with Bpifrance.
Does your company want to innovate but is still hesitating between several options, technologies or uses? Bpifrance's Diag Axes d’Innovation helps bring out innovation pathways, scope the first technical studies and assess technical and economic feasibility before launching more costly development.
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Who can apply
The 2026 catalogue targets independent SMEs and mid-caps meeting the EU definitions, whether or not Bpifrance customers, subject to the assessment's additional criteria. The assessment suits companies that need to structure a first innovation approach, not just finance an innovation that is already fully specified.
Eligibility conditions
The company must meet the size, independence and eligibility criteria of the Diag Inno catalogue. The assignment is carried out by a listed expert and must remain within the planned scope of ideation, preliminary studies or technical and techno-economic studies. Pricing and availability must be confirmed when applying.
What the scheme covers
The assignment may include ideation workshops, identifying innovation pathways, preliminary technical studies, feasibility analysis and techno-economic studies to assess viability and development potential. It helps decide which pathways to pursue and build an R&D or development roadmap.
Amount and funding terms
The €13,000 figure is the maximum value recorded in our data, not necessarily the amount paid to the company. The price charged, the share covered and the remaining cost depend on the current Diag Inno catalogue and the company’s situation. Have the financial conditions confirmed before signing the engagement letter.
How to apply
1. Describe the need or customer problem to solve. 2. List the options explored and the technical or economic uncertainties. 3. Check the criteria of the 2026 Diag Inno catalogue. 4. Choose a listed expert with Bpifrance and define the deliverables. 5. Confirm the cost, funding and timetable before starting.
Timeline
The 2026 Diag Inno catalogue describes the scheme as an assignment of around 10 days over eight months. It is not a call for projects with a single closing date; availability and financial conditions must be confirmed with Bpifrance.
Key facts
- Funder
- Bpifrance
- Type of funding
- Grant
- Status
- Ongoing
- Maximum amount
- €13,000
- Automatically extracted — check the official source
- Funding rate
- 50%
- Automatically extracted — check the official source
- Geographic scope
- All of France
Frequently asked questions
Who is the Diag Axes d’Innovation for?
Independent SMEs and mid-caps meeting the criteria of the Diag Inno catalogue.
What does the assignment include?
Around 10 days of work over eight months, covering ideation, preliminary studies and feasibility.
Is the €13,000 cap paid to the company?
No. It is an indication of the value of the scheme; the cost and funding must be confirmed.
Do I need a detailed project already?
No. The assessment can help bring out and select innovation pathways.
Official source
No official URL is available in our data for this grant.
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