Downloads
General Downloads
Here you will find general documents, forms, and materials related to exist—from funding guidelines and informational materials to official announcements.
Media Section for Grant Recipients
Funding logos and required materials for publications are available for download in the secure media area.
Go to the Media Section
Program-specific downloads
You can find templates, checklists, and program-specific documents directly on the respective program pages. Select your program to access the relevant downloads.
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exist programs
All programs
exist Startup Grant
Grants for students, graduates, and researchers who are starting a business.
exist Research Transfer
Support for research-based startups with a high degree of technical complexity.
exist Women
Programs designed to empower and support female entrepreneurs in academia.
existing pilot projects
Pilot projects under the Federal Ministry's startup program.