accelerator

Growth

Are you looking to accelerate the development of your startup?

Apply to ZICER Growth 2026!

The top startups will be awarded a total of EUR 300.000. All selected startups are eligible to receive 5.000 EUR at the beginning of the program.

If you’re developing a high-tech product, you are eligible to apply.

Applications are open until May 7 at noon!

Who can apply?

Startups

that are 1 to 3 years old with a company seat in the City of Zagreb,

with the majority of the company owned by natural persons,

that have at least 2 team members with complementary skills who will participate in the program.

ZICER Accelerator’s 11th Cycle

Spring 2026

Startups that enter the program will work with our coordination team and mentors on tech product development. Our coaches will make sure you’re pitch-perfect.

You’ll participate in bootcamps, including workshops, lectures, and networking events.

You’ll pitch at the Demo Day that will take place at the Zagreb Connect startup conference in November. The best pitches will win EUR 10.000.

Top teams will receive financial support from EUR 300.000 fund. All selected startups will win EUR 5.000 at the beginning of the program.

What can the startups expect?

You’ll end up with a refined pitch and pitch deck, a developed business plan, and an advanced version of their prototypes/MVPs. You’ll also join the most prominent startup hub in the country and receive mentorship and PR support.

What do we expect from the startups?

You need to take a proactive approach to program participation and ambitious goals, and maintain a can-do attitude.

Bootcamp 1 — Startup Ignite

Bootcamp 2 — Sales Sprint

Bootcamp 3 — Market Makers & UX

Bootcamp 4 — Model Matrix & Legal

Bootcamp 5 — The Blueprint & Demo Day — Zagreb Connect