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Welcome to RDI Virtual Cluster – The National RDI Platform
RDI Virtual Cluster is the National Cluster designed to provide access to RDI services and offerings, enabling stakeholders to connect, collaborate, and innovate within Saudi Arabia's Research, Development, and Innovation ecosystem.
The platform targets startups, SMEs, and entrepreneurs, supporting them through innovation programs, services, and partnerships aligned with national RDI priorities.
Aspiration
Vision
Empower the innovation ecosystem to drive impact in Saudi Arabia and beyond in an activated, connected, and thriving community that advances RDI national priorities.
Mission
Position the Kingdom as a global innovation hub by improving the ease of doing business and providing the support needed for the private sector to collaboratively deliver breakthroughs.
Objectives
- Attract Global Innovators & Investments
Attract startups, SMEs, and entrepreneurs to join Saudi Arabia's Research, Development and Innovation ecosystem and increase the Kingdom's presence as a global innovation hub. - Strengthen RDI Collaboration
Connect startups, SMEs, and entrepreneurs with ecosystem stakeholders to address national and global challenges. - Enable Business Growth & Innovation
Improve the ease of doing business and provide startups, SMEs, and entrepreneurs with access to the required enablers to support innovation activities.
Acceptance Criteria for the RDI Virtual Cluster 2026 Cohort
Membership for the 2026 cohort is open to research and development (R&D)-based startups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in addition to entrepreneurs working on projects or ideas with a clear R&D component.
Please note that meeting the eligibility requirements and acceptance criteria for the 2026 Virtual Cluster cohort does not guarantee admission to the cohort, as the selection process is subject to evaluation and comparison based on the approved assessment criteria and the limited number of available seats.
Register Your Interest for the 2026 Cohort