• Deep-Tech Ventures Program

    Application Form -Cohort 2
  • Before You Start
    What to Prepare

    Set aside roughly 30–40 minutes. You can save and resume your application, but we recommend completing it in one sitting — so please have your information and documents ready before you begin.

    You’ll be asked about
    ✓Your technology, category, and TRL
    ✓The problem, your solution, and competitive advantage
    ✓IP status and proof of concept
    ✓Team members’ details — name, email, mobile, and position in the venture
    ✓Market opportunity and any early traction
    ✓Commercialization plan and budget
    Have ready to upload
    ✓Pitch deck (PDF)
    ✓Proof-of-Concept report or supporting evidence
    ✓CVs of core team members — include each member’s LinkedIn profile URL with a clear username
    ✓Patent / IP documentation (if applicable)
    ✓Letters of intent or pilot agreements (if any)
    ✓Any other supporting documents
    After submission: shortlisted teams will be asked to share a short 3-minute video of the team and the project.

  • Program Eligibility
    Before You Begin

    The Deep-Tech Ventures Program is designed for founders, researchers, innovators, and early-stage deep-tech startups seeking to transform validated technologies into commercially deployable products and scalable ventures.

    To be eligible, applicants must:

    ✓Have demonstrated a Proof of Concept (PoC) and achieved a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) of 3 or higher.
    ✓Be developing deep-tech or hard-tech innovation based on scientific research, engineering innovation, proprietary technology, or defensible intellectual property.
    ✓Be able to commit to the program duration if selected.
    Application deadline 31 August 2026
  • To continue please confirm:*

  • Main Applicant Information

  • Do you or any of your cofounders have an affiliation with KFUPM?*
  • Position*
  • Mobile Number*
  • Nationality*
  • Country of Residence*

  • Technology Information

    Startup/ project details
  • Which category best describes your technology?*
  • Current Technology Readiness Level (TRL) ***

  • ** Associate your technology with Technology Readiness Level(TRL) for more info read about TRL here 

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  • Does your venture have any of the following?*
  • ! Important

    Applicants must own, or have the legal right to commercialize, the core intellectual property underlying the proposed venture. Any third-party or institution-owned IP must be disclosed and clearly separated from the IP that the team owns or intends to own and commercialize.

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  • Team Composition

    Include information of the team members who will be part of the startup (including the main applicant). This section will be used to assess the Team's strengths and weaknesses. Key factors of assessment will include Team composition, Technical Experience Alignment with proposed project, Entrepreneurial Experience, Emotional Intelligence.
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  • Team Members (max input 4 members)*
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  • Market Opportunity

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  • Have you engaged with potential customers?*
  • Have you received any of the following?
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  • Commercialization Readiness

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  • i Please note

    If your team is shortlisted, you will be required to share a short 3-minute video of the team and the project.

  • Program Terms & Conditions

  • Program Agreement
    Terms & Conditions

    By submitting this application, I confirm that:

    ✓The information provided is accurate and complete.
    ✓I understand the stated program funding amount is an investment combining both monetary and in-kind services, provided in exchange for equity in the venture. If selected, DTV Ventures will require applicants to sign a founder collaboration agreement to define the scope of support and equity-claim terms.
    ✓Participants must actively engage in all required sessions, workshops, reviews, and deliverables throughout the program period (a total of 14 weeks).
    ✓All financial resources must be used strictly for approved business and technical development purposes.
    ✓Any IP developed during the program will be subject to the relevant DTVC / KFUPM IP policies.
    ✓Participants must maintain confidentiality regarding proprietary materials, strategies, and information shared during the program. Breach of confidentiality will lead to immediate dismissal from the program and may result in legal action.
    ✓DTV Ventures reserves the right to remove any participant or team that fails to meet program requirements, violates any of the stated terms, or exhibits unethical behavior.
    ✓Participants consent to the use of their name, project title, photos, and video materials for marketing and promotional purposes by KFUPM, DTV Ventures, and affiliated entities.

  • Code of Conduct

  • Participant Commitment
    Code of Conduct

    All participants are expected to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity during their time in the program, in compliance with KFUPM and DTVC policies. Violations of the code of conduct may result in disciplinary action, including termination from the program.

    The code of conduct includes, but is not limited to:

    ✓Treating all mentors, peers, organizers, and partners with respect. Discrimination, harassment, or abusive behavior will not be tolerated under any circumstances.
    ✓Committing to honesty in all communications and dealings, including accurate reporting of project progress and financial usage.
    ✓Working in a positive and respectful manner. Participants must not share any private or sensitive information without permission and should help create a trusted environment for everyone.
    ✓Adhering to all DTVC policies, applicable laws, and any additional program-specific guidelines provided during the course of the program.

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