Sharjah Startup Studio Opens Applications for UAE Founders
Aug 01, 2025
Applications are now open for the next cohort of the Sharjah Startup Studio (S3), a flagship initiative by the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) aimed at supporting early-stage startups across the UAE. The programme is accepting submissions until September 7th, 2025, and will select 20 startups to participate in a structured four-month cycle beginning in October.
Startups operating in sectors such as sustainability, advanced manufacturing, edtech, and the creative economy are eligible to apply. The programme offers equity-free support, access to industry mentors, and over Dhs 3 million worth of resources, tools, and in-kind services. Participants will also benefit from tailored guidance, pitch coaching, and networking opportunities designed to help them validate and scale their business models.
S3 is positioned as a launchpad for UAE founders looking to scale locally and regionally, and plays a key role in supporting Sharjah's innovation ecosystem. The programme builds on previous cycles that have supported hundreds of entrepreneurs through Sheraa's platform.
Startups can apply through Sheraa's official website. The selected cohort will be announced in the weeks following the application deadline.
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