Startup Lithuania and Plug and Play Launch Fifth and Final Accelerator Call
VILNIUS, Lithuania, June 3, 2025 – Startup Lithuania, in collaboration with global innovation platform Plug and Play, has announced the fifth and final call for applications for the Startup Lithuania Accelerator powered by Plug and Play. This program is designed to support early-stage, tech-driven startups looking to establish themselves in Lithuania by providing access to essential tools, mentorship, and a global network to scale their businesses.
Applications for Batch 5 are now open and will close on July 4, 2025. This final batch marks the conclusion of a successful program that has accelerated over 40 startups, helped 18 secure funding, and taken 12 companies to Silicon Valley through the Plug and Play Global Overseas Acceleration & Learning (GOAL) program.
“This 5th call for applications is an incredible closing chapter for the Lithuanian startup ecosystem,” said Povilas Žinys, Director of Plug and Play Lithuania. “We’re excited to meet new startups, help them scale, and connect them with the tools, knowledge, and investors they need to grow.”
The final Batch 5 program will follow the established structure of previous cohorts, offering selected startups access to mentorship from industry experts, pitch development sessions, and office hours with the Plug and Play team. Startups will also have the opportunity to present at the program’s Expo event in front of investors and corporate partners and be considered for the GOAL program in Silicon Valley.
To help potential participants prepare their applications, Plug and Play will host an online information session on June 10 to explore the program in detail, including benefits, selection criteria, and important dates. Following the close of applications, Plug and Play will analyze submissions and present top candidates to the Investment Committee for final selection. Selected startups will be invited to the Launch Event on September 18, 2025, in Vilnius, Lithuania, marking the start of the program.
The Startup Lithuania Accelerator has significantly strengthened the local startup ecosystem by helping founders prepare for investment, connect with international partners, and scale their businesses. Kloosive, one of the program’s alumni, secured funding from Plug and Play after completing the program. “The connections we made and the support from others in the batch were game changers for us,” said Viktorija Ramanauskaitė, CEO of Kloosive.
Batch 4 has already shown strong momentum with 15 startups accepted, including AgroSync, Closo AI, CloudAtlas, DataCall AI, DNA Machines, INSTO, Kashimi, Longevity lab, MBito, Motifind, Nuar, Red Arrow technologies, Veli, Vitakord, and Zavo Pay.
“Time flies when the journey is this impactful – we can hardly believe we’re already inviting startups to the final Plug and Play cohort in Lithuania,” said Karolina Urbonaitė, Startup Ecosystem Lead at Startup Lithuania. “We strongly encourage all ambitious founders to seize this final opportunity to learn from global experts, connect with a worldwide network, and be seen on the international stage.”
For more information and to apply for Batch 5 of the program, visit https://startup-lithuania-accelerator.pnptc.com/.
About Startup Lithuania
Startup Lithuania is the national startup ecosystem facilitator, powered by Innovation Agency Lithuania, under the Ministry of Economy and Innovation of the Republic of Lithuania. It supports startups through key growth initiatives, connecting international resources with local talents.
About Plug and Play
Plug and Play is the leading innovation platform, connecting startups, corporations, venture capital firms, universities, and government agencies. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, they’re present in 60+ locations across five continents, offering corporate innovation programs and startup acceleration programs.
For more information, visit Startup Lithuania and Plug and Play.
