Invest NI Grant for R&D
Invest Northern IrelandNorthern Ireland£10k – £1m
Who can apply
Businesses based in Northern Ireland (or planning NI operations) with a defined R&D project carrying technical risk.
Key criteria
- Invest NI clients (Northern Ireland)
- R&D project support
What it funds
Supports Northern Ireland businesses at every R&D stage, from feasibility to development — typical intervention 40-50% for SMEs.
How to apply
Engage an Invest NI adviser; submit project application; rolling assessment.
Evidence you'll need
- R&D project plan
- Cost breakdown
- Accounts
Last checked against the official source: 3 Jul 2026. Scheme parameters are set by the funder and can change — verify before applying, or let us do it for you.
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