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Cooperative Research Centres (CRC) Grants

CRC Grants Round 27 — Stage 2

Supports Australian industry-led consortia by aligning multiple firms and researchers into funded collaborative development projects.

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CRC Grants Round 27 — Stage 2 is the second and final selection stage of the Australian Government's Cooperative Research Centres (CRC) programme, administered by the Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) through the Business Grants Hub. Only applicants that passed the Stage 1 competitive screen (closed April 29, 2026) are invited to Stage 2, which requires submission of a revised a…

What this grant funds

Medium-to-long-term industry-led collaborative research across any sector, requiring a multi-party consortium of Australian industry and research organisations.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.30 Sept 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.36–120 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.50%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 30 Jun 2026Source: business.gov.au