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International Digital Technical Standards Grant Scheme 2026-29: Improving Proficiency, Capacity and Participation

Funding for digital technical standards learning, participation and capability.

OpenDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyUnited Kingdom

This scheme supports activities that build capability in digital technical standards. Applications are invited under Categories A to D, with innovative proposals also considered under Category E where they offer longer-term, integrated approaches that support the programme’s strategic objectives.

Funding can support awareness and introductory learning, hands-on participation and skills developmen…

The scheme covers digital technical standards development. Categories cover awareness, inspiration and introductory learning; hands-on participation and skills development; education and curriculum development; mentoring and exposure to standards environments; and strategic and integrated innovation. Applications must be submitted under one category only: A, B, C, D or E.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.No fixed schedule
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.7 Sept 2026
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.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.—
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.£750K

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Last verified: 27 Aug 2026Funder reference: international-digital-technical-standards-grant-scheme-2026-29--improving-proficiency-capacity-and-participation-1Source: www.find-government-grants.service.gov.uk