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Grants and programmes with deadlines.

Compiled 22 October 2026 from official pages. Confirm on the source before you apply.

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UAE startup programmes, grants and events

A relevant lead, a clearer next move. 10 external opportunities, each linked to the organiser’s official page. Read the eligibility and conditions before deciding where to spend your time. Inclusion is not a partnership or endorsement, and selection or funding is never guaranteed.

Published deadlines

Checked 10 Oct 2026

  • Supernova 0X 2026

    Expand North Star

    1 Nov 2026

  • Y Combinator Winter 2027

    Y Combinator

    2 Nov 2026

  • Techstars New York City Accelerator: Spring 2027

    Techstars

    18 Nov 2026

Dates are the organiser’s calendar dates. Times and time zones are on each official page.

10 opportunities

  • Pitch CompetitionsApplications open; exhibitor registration required

    Supernova 0X 2026

    Expand North Star

    6d left

    1 Nov 2026

    Deadline / timing
    1 November 2026 per the official timeline (checked 23 Oct 2026); time not published · Semifinals 8–9 December; awards 10 December 2026
    Benefit
    Stage-based pitch competition at Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai.
    Support type
    Advertised prize pool; see the official page
    Eligibility
    Must exhibit at Expand North Star 2026. Tracks by stage and amount raised; see the official page.
    UAE·Pre-seed, Seed, Series A·All·Source checked 10 Oct 2026
    Official source
  • AcceleratorsApplications open

    Y Combinator Winter 2027

    Y Combinator

    7d left

    2 Nov 2026

    Deadline / timing
    2 November 2026, 8:00 p.m. Pacific Time (on-time deadline) · January–March 2027
    Benefit
    Three-month in-person programme in San Francisco with partner support and network access.
    Support type
    Equity-linked investment; see current YC terms
    Eligibility
    Startups worldwide, including idea-stage and solo founders. Accepted founders are expected to work full-time; non-US companies may need an eligible parent-company structure.
    Global·Idea, Pre-seed, Seed·All·Source checked 10 Oct 2026
    Official source
  • AcceleratorsApplications open

    Techstars New York City Accelerator: Spring 2027

    Techstars

    23d left

    18 Nov 2026

    Deadline / timing
    18 November 2026; time not published · Starts 8 March 2027; demo day 3 June 2027
    Benefit
    Mentorship-led accelerator.
    Support type
    Equity-linked; current terms on source page
    Eligibility
    Founders may be based anywhere. Hybrid, with in-person sessions at the beginning, midpoint and demo day.
    Global·Pre-seed, Seed·Healthtech, Climate, AI, Fintech, SaaS·Source checked 10 Oct 2026
    Official source
  • AcceleratorsApplications open

    Hub71 Access Programme: Cohort 21

    Hub71

    No exact deadline

    Deadline / timing
    February 2027; exact day and time not published · Starts September 2027; 12 months
    Benefit
    Twelve-month startup programme with flexible incentives and cash through an equity SAFE.
    Support type
    Equity-linked; see the official terms
    Eligibility
    Startups applying with a pitch deck; at least one founder must commit to long-term relocation and building a team in Abu Dhabi.
    UAE·Pre-seed, Seed, Series A·Technology·Source checked 10 Oct 2026
    Official source
  • GrantsApplication form available

    Emergent Ventures

    Mercatus Center

    No exact deadline

    Deadline / timing
    No deadline published · No fixed cohort dates
    Benefit
    Project-specific grants for original, scalable ideas.
    Support type
    Project-specific; no typical range
    Eligibility
    Applicants worldwide aged 13 or older. Funded spending must meet the programme’s charitable, scientific or educational purpose. The organiser rejects AI-written applications.
    Global·Idea, Pre-seed·All·Source checked 10 Oct 2026
    Official source
  • Government ProgramsCurrent intake unconfirmed

    MBRIF Accelerator

    Mohammed Bin Rashid Innovation Fund

    No exact deadline

    Deadline / timing
    No current application deadline verified · Evergreen; current intake unconfirmed
    Benefit
    Expert support and business-development services; no participation fee or equity taken.
    Support type
    In-kind support; not a verified cash grant
    Eligibility
    Market-stage or later innovators based in, or planning a presence in, the UAE.
    UAE·Seed, Series A·Technology, Education, Clean energy, Health·Source checked 10 Oct 2026
    Official source
  • EventsVisitor pre-registration and exhibitor enquiries

    Expand North Star 2026

    Dubai World Trade Centre

    No exact deadline

    Deadline / timing
    No registration closing date published · 8–10 December 2026, Expo City Dubai
    Benefit
    Startup and investor event with learning sessions and networking.
    Support type
    Networking event; funding not guaranteed
    Eligibility
    Founders, startup teams, investors and ecosystem participants; conditions depend on the route.
    UAE·Idea, Pre-seed, Seed, Series A·All·Source checked 10 Oct 2026
    Official source
  • EventsStartup tickets offered

    Slush 2026

    Slush

    No exact deadline

    Deadline / timing
    No final ticket deadline published · 18–19 November 2026, Helsinki
    Benefit
    Founder and investor gathering with meeting tools and office hours.
    Support type
    Paid event; not a funding award
    Eligibility
    Startup ticket category is for startup teams; ticket rules apply.
    Global·Pre-seed, Seed, Series A·All·Source checked 10 Oct 2026
    Official source
  • EventsStartup application form available

    Web Summit Lisbon 2026: Startup Programme

    Web Summit

    No exact deadline

    Deadline / timing
    No startup application deadline published · 9–12 November 2026, Lisbon
    Benefit
    Startup participation with showcasing, mentoring and sessions.
    Support type
    Event participation; no funding promised
    Eligibility
    Startup teams are selected by the organiser.
    Global·Pre-seed, Seed, Series A·All·Source checked 10 Oct 2026
    Official source
  • EventsVisitor passes offered

    GITEX GLOBAL Expo 2026

    Dubai World Trade Centre

    No exact deadline

    Deadline / timing
    No final ticket deadline verified · See the official site for dates
    Benefit
    Technology exhibition for customer and partner discovery.
    Support type
    Paid event; not a funding award
    Eligibility
    Technology businesses, founders and professional attendees; access depends on the pass.
    UAE·Idea, Pre-seed, Seed, Series A·Technology, AI·Source checked 10 Oct 2026
    Official source

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