New to R&D Grant
Supports New Zealand first-time innovators with startup grants for early projects.
The New to R&D Grant, administered by MBIE's Innovation Services (formerly a Callaghan Innovation programme, transferred on 1 December 2025), covers 40% of eligible R&D costs for New Zealand businesses undertaking R&D for the first time. The maximum grant is NZD $400,000, based on a maximum eligible project spend of NZD $1 million; applicants fund the remaining 60% themselves, and that co-funding …
Funds New Zealand businesses that are new to R&D, covering 40% of eligible project costs up to NZD $400,000 to support first-time R&D activity.
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