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Innovate UK funding

Innovate UK · Research & innovation

Competitive funding to develop and test new products, processes and services, with opportunities across UK innovation sectors.

BENEFITVaries by call

Project funding

LOCATIONUK-wide

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Who is it for?

  • UK businesses and research organisations; each call sets its own rules.
  • Project scope, collaboration and business size requirements vary.
  • Use the official finder to check open competitions.

The detail worth knowing

This is a funding route, not a single open grant. Funding rates, deadlines and any match funding depend on the competition.

How to take the next step

  1. Read the current guidance on the official provider page.
  2. Check the relevant tier or call, deadline and full eligibility criteria.
  3. Prepare the evidence requested and apply directly with the provider.

Our filters are a starting point, not an eligibility decision. Only the provider can confirm the support available to your business.

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