MA Life Sciences Tax Incentive Program
Supports Massachusetts life sciences tax incentives for firms translating biomedical innovation into products.
The MA Life Sciences Tax Incentive Program is Massachusetts' flagship tax incentive run by the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center. It supports life sciences companies doing research, development, commercialization, and manufacturing, with the point of the program being long-term job creation in the state. The structured record sets the award range from $50,000 to $5 million, with a median award of $250,000 and an annual cycle. Eligible companies must be registered in Massachusetts, in good standing, filing state corporate tax returns, and employing the required Massachusetts FTEs; the 2026 cycle opened on January 12 and closed on March 31 at 2:00 PM EST, with up to $40 million in incentives available. The best fit is a company that can show durable hiring and retention plans, since the award is tied to job commitments and later reporting. The program is especially relevant for established Massachusetts life sciences firms that can meet the employment floor and maintain compliance through the claim period.
Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.