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CSIRO On Accelerate

CSIRO On Accelerate

Supports Australian science-based startups with six-month acceleration, mentorship, and early-stage equity from CSIRO pathways.

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CSIRO On Accelerate is a deep-tech accelerator programme operated by the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Australia's national science agency. The programme targets science-based startups emerging from Australian universities and research institutions, providing a structured six-month cohort-based acceleration experience that combines equity investment with int…

What this grant funds

Provides equity investment of up to AUD 200,000 combined with a six-month accelerator programme to science-based Australian startups from university and research institution backgrounds.

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.—
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Equity
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 29 Jun 2026Source: www.csiro.au