Innovate UK Smart Grants

UK Research & Innovation

Information last verified: April 2026

Stage

MVP / early product, Early revenue, Scaling

Location

Equity

No equity taken

Cost

Free (competitive)

Delivery

Virtual

Any sector

MVP / early productEarly revenueScaling

Non-dilutive grant funding for UK businesses developing innovative products, processes or services. Open to all sectors. Grants from £25k to £500k+ depending on the programme round.

Why this programme

Find customers / partnerships

Grant-funded projects often include partner organisations that become early adopters and reference customers

Raise funding

Non-dilutive grant funding, no equity, no repayment

Build product / validate MVP

Specifically designed to fund product development and innovation

Scale & grow

Non-dilutive grant funding that can fuel product development and market expansion without giving up equity at a critical growth stage

Interested in Innovate UK Smart Grants?

Head to their website for current cohort dates and how to apply.

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