Innovate UK Smart Grants

Free money. No equity, no repayment

Information last verified: April 2026

Cheque size

£25k - £500k

Stage

MVP / early product, Early revenue, Scaling

Region

UK-wide

Type

grant

Sector focus

Any sector (innovation focus)

The main UK innovation grant. No equity, no repayment. Highly competitive. Rolling rounds throughout the year.

Visit their website for current investment criteria, portfolio, and how to get in touch.

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