Job Overview
Innovate UK: Growth Catalyst for Early-Stage Innovators
The Innovate UK Growth Catalyst is offering up to £10 million in grants and business support to ambitious UK-registered micro and small businesses. In essence, this funding package is designed to help high-potential startups develop innovative ideas that have a clear path to commercialisation and growth. This is a critical program aimed at accelerating your journey from a startup to a scale-up by focusing on the five critical technologies that will shape the future.
Innovate UK Growth Catalyst: Key Details
First, let’s look at the key details of this opportunity.
- Eligibility: UK-registered micro and small businesses can apply for this grant program.
- Grant Value: Your project can receive a grant between £25,000 and £50,000.
- Support: In addition, successful applicants will receive tailored business support from Innovate UK Business Growth. This expert guidance is a core part of the Growth Catalyst and helps you navigate the challenges of scaling up.
- Timeline: The competition is open from July 7, 2025, and closes on August 6, 2025, at 11:00 am.
Innovate UK funding
What the Growth Catalyst Seeks
To apply successfully, your innovation must lead to a new product, process, or service that is significantly ahead of current offerings. Alternatively, it can also involve a new or innovative business model. This Growth Catalyst competition particularly values ideas that are both adoptable and investable, ensuring they have the potential for real-world impact. We want to see bold thinking that proposes a genuine step-change within one of the critical technology sectors.
Furthermore, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Consequently, we offer support for those who face barriers in the application process.
Ready to grow your business?
Then, start your application or use our Suitability Checker to see if this is the right opportunity for you.
- Apply online: https://apply-for-innovation-funding.service.gov.uk/competition/2220/overview/bcfd2780-f307-4434-be32-46889a239024
- Contact for support: Email Innovate UK or call 0300 321 4357.