National Space Innovation Programme – Call 2
The UK Space Agency's National Space Innovation Programme invites proposals for UK-based space projects, with at least £17 million of support available.
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The UK Space Agency invites proposals for UK-based research and development projects that will deliver innovative space technologies, applications and services through the National Space Innovation Programme (NSIP). NSIP provides co-funded grant support to de-risk high-reward projects with a clear target market.
NSIP operates open funding calls under two schemes, NSIP Kick Starter and NSIP Major Projects, which combined provide end-to-end support for innovation from concept to commercialisation.
Applicants may apply for the following funding and project durations:
Kick Starter
Kick Starter proposals may request grant funding between £150,000 and £1,000,000 with a maximum duration of 16 months. Kick Starter projects are roughly defined as early stage (TRL 1-4) with an emphasis on highly disruptive or novel proposals.
Major Projects
Major Projects proposals may request grant funding between £150,000 and £2,000,000 with a maximum duration of 16 months. Major Projects should achieve high TRLs (5-9) with an emphasis on commercialisation and catalysing investment.
Applying
If you are interested in applying for an NSIP Call 2 grant, please complete the Expression of Interest form by 23 April 2025.
In addition, Outline Proposal Application forms must be submitted by 11:59pm on 8 May 2025 to NSIP@ukspaceagency.gov.uk to be considered. Full details about the opportunity and the application guidance can be found in the Announcement of Opportunity with key information included in the NSIP Call 2 guidance video.