Minimum £150,000. SMEs receive 35–50% of eligible project costs; large companies receive 25–40% of eligible project costs.OpenFind Business Support Scotland

Research and Development Grants – Scottish Enterprise

Summary

Scottish Enterprise offers R&D grants to help Scottish businesses develop or significantly improve innovative products, processes or services. SMEs can receive 35–50% of eligible project costs covered, with a minimum grant of £150,000. The grant is aimed at companies that can demonstrate commercial potential and would not be able to proceed without public funding support.

Amount

Minimum £150,000. SMEs receive 35–50% of eligible project costs; large companies receive 25–40% of eligible project costs.

Deadline

Rolling applications

Coverage

Regions:Aberdeen CityAberdeenshireEast ScotlandScotlandTaysideUK WideWest Scotland

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Last verified: 26 March 2026

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