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Build your startup at KTH

KTH Innovation Launch is designed for founders who want to go from prototype to market, build something that scales and join a creative community with big ambitions.

Here, a carefully selected group of teams get structure, network, and resources to move from concept to product, secure their first customers, and launch their solutions.

See how far you can get with a community of diverse founders beside you, access to KTH Innovation’s international networks, strong industry connections, and a proven framework that helps you build, test, and launch your startup.

Open to teams founded by students and researchers at KTH.

Anton Osika

"Starting a business is the best way to shape the future. I think KTH Innovation is a great spring pad to jump into that world."

- Anton Osika, founder of Lovable

What you get

  • Free access to office space, makerspace, and production studio KTH
  • A community of kind and creative founders that challenge your thinking and support your growth
  • Access to a generous perks program from companies like Anthropic, HubSpot and Stripe
  • Operational support to build a scalable company, including contracts & agreements
  • Exclusive events, investor exposure, and curated introductions
  • Weekly workshops and sprints to keep you on track
  • Direct access to international networks of leading startup hubs & industrial partners across Europe and beyond
  • Full support from a team who believes in you and wants you to succees

How it works

To join KTH Innovation Launch, you should have an early prototype, an initial team, and the ambition to invest time and energy alongside your studies or research.

In an environment combining technical talent, business know-how, a creative community and the right tools to grow, you will be challenged and supported through both progress and setbacks. 

You get access to our experience from supporting thousands of startups, a global network of leading hubs and industry partners, and a proven framework for building companies that scale. All from our facilities at Teknikringen 1, at the center of KTH’s innovation environment.

Not ready to join the program yet? Contact us and we will help you get there!  

Startups and alumni

Portrait of Paula & Felix

Rebaba

"The support KTH Innovation offered was pivotal. KTH Innovation is more than an incubator with great coaches and smart people - it is also a community of like minded creators and visionaries wanting to create something new."

- Paula Runsten & Felix Kruse, founders of Rebaba

People looking forward

Our alumni have:

Raised funding from investors like Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), Norrsken Launcher, Inception Fund, NVIDIA, and Luminar Ventures, launched nano-satellites with SpaceX, and pitched to companies like NASA and DeepMind.

They have helped people with disabilities experience music, lowered the barriers for girls to explore AI, reduced CO2 emissions across industries and partnered with leading industrial companies.

Good to know

Program period: 16-18 weeks (one semester), starting in January or August (kickoff in January for Batch 24), followed by optional continued access to co-working space, community events and industry expert mentorship for the following semester.

Program content: Weekly workshops on Wednesdays 12.00-13.00, in person at Teknikringen 1. The final months are tailored to the needs of the teams in the program.

Cost: The program is free of charge and we take no ownership in your startup. 

Application period: We accept around 15-20 new startups twice a year, with application periods in April/May and October/November. 

Who can apply? Teams where at least 30 % of the members are KTH students, researchers, or employees. 

After the program: After the program you will have taken large steps in the development of your startup. You will have secured your first customers, launched your first product or service and be ready for your next step.

Reach your goals

KTH Innovation Launch helps you set clear goals and reach them. 

Phase 1: 

In the first phase, you focus on your future customers and users. You explore the need for your solution and prepare a customer pitch. Weekly workshops and coaching help you reach your goals. 

Phase 2: 

In the second phase, you focus on developing your technical solution, business model and team. You prepare an investor pitch, and finish the first half of the program with a pitch event for invited guests. Tailor-made weekly workshops and coaching help you grow.

Phase 3: 

The final phase of the program is based on your individual needs as you work on securing your first customer or pilot customer and to launch your solution. 

Frequently asked questions

How far should I have developed my startup?

To join this program, you should have a prototype, an initial team in place, and the ambition to launch a product or service on the market within the program period.

Do I need to have founded a company?

No, you don't need to have founded a company before starting the program.

I'm a researcher at KTH. Can I apply?

Yes, and you'll be in good company! Many research-based teams have joined the program.

Does everyone in the team have to have a KTH connection?

No, we welcome teams with external members, but at least 30% of the team need to be current students, researchers or employees at KTH.

How much time do we need to devote?

You will meet at Teknikringen 1 on Wednesdays during lunch for workshops. Between each meeting, you will work individually and with your coach to reach your goals.

What happens if we don't get selected for the program?

You can always try again! Everyone who applies to the program and is eligible for support from KTH Innovation will enter our open support process, where you develop your idea with the help of your business development coach. We will help get you ready so you have a better chance of joining the next batch.