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RDIA National RDI Virtual Cluster

Research, Development and Innovation Authority (RDIA) · R&D startup platform

VariesMembership giving access to RDI programs, services and partnerships; no cash value stated

National platform connecting R&D-based Saudi startups, SMEs and entrepreneurs to RDIA innovation programs, services and partners.

Key terms

2026 cohort open to R&D-based startups/SMEs and entrepreneurs with a clear R&D component
Benefits are services and program access, not direct cash
Registration turnaround follows the initiative's milestone timeline

Eligibility

Where: Saudi Arabia
Stages: idea, pre-seed, seed, series-a
Needs VC/accelerator backing: No
Needs partner referral code: No
Must be incorporated: No
AI focus required: No
Students / researchers: Eligible
Nonprofits: Not eligible

Also required

Clear R&D component required

How to apply

Register through the RDIA Virtual Cluster page.

Benefit: in-kind
Equity-free: Yes
Decision time: —
Credit validity: —
Deadline: 2026 cohort
Status: Open

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