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National Space Innovation Programme

National Space Innovation Programme - Call 3

Co-funded R&D for UK space technologies, applications and services

OpenDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyUnited Kingdom

This programme supports UK-based research and development projects developing innovative space technologies, applications and services. Projects must be high-reward R&D with a clear target market.

It is for UK organisations leading projects, including university-led academic research and industry-led commercial research. Projects may include non-domestic partners that bring their own funding.

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The call is open to all space-related technologies. It supports innovative space technologies, applications and services, with Kick Starter aimed at highly disruptive early-stage innovations and Major Projects aimed at commercialisation and growth. Priority subsectors are Space Domain Awareness, In-Orbit Servicing, Assembly and Manufacturing, Assured Access to Space, and Satellite Communication Technology.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.One-off
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.13 Nov 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.30 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.—
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.£20M

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Last verified: 27 Aug 2026Funder reference: national-space-innovation-programme---call-3-1Source: www.find-government-grants.service.gov.uk