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Techstart Ventures Proof of Concept Grant Fund

Techstart Ventures Proof of Concept Grant

Supports small businesses in Northern Ireland with proof-of-concept development for testing commercialization hypotheses.

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The Techstart Ventures Proof of Concept Grant Fund is a competitive grant programme operated by Techstart Ventures — a joint venture between Invest Northern Ireland and the British Business Bank — specifically for Northern Ireland SME entrepreneurs. The programme funds the early-stage testing of commercial viability and potential of innovative ideas. Eligible activities include prototype and conce…

What this grant funds

Competitive grants for Northern Ireland SME entrepreneurs testing the commercial viability of innovative ideas through prototype development, market testing, and IP evaluation.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
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.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: www.investni.com