To qualify as an R&D-performing SME an organisation must first comply with the EC definition of an SME.
In addition, it must also meet the thresholds for dedicated R&D FTEs or turnover set by EUREKA.
SMEs with a headcount of 100 FTE employees or fewer must:
- have at least 5.0 FTEs dedicated to R&D activities
- or dedicate at least 10.00% of their FTE to R&D activities
- or dedicate at least 10.00% of their turnover to R&D activities
SMEs with a headcount of more than 100 FTE employees must:
- have at least 10.0 FTEs dedicated to R&D activities
- or dedicate at least 10.00% of their FTE to R&D activities
- or dedicate at least 10.00% of their turnover to R&D activities.