Future Leaders Fellowships: Round 11, business and non-academic
UK registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £110 million to deliver ambitious research and innovation and develop future leaders.
Key facts
- Funding amount
- Up to £110 million total, with individual grants between £100,000 and £3 million.
- Deadline
- 4 Nov 2026
- Region
- UK-wide
- Business type
- Innovative businesses & R&D-led teams
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Plain English summary
This funding is from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and administered by Innovate UK. It aims to support talented individuals to establish independent research or innovation careers and develop leadership capabilities. Businesses and non-academic organisations can host a fellow who will pursue an ambitious programme of innovation for at least four years.
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Who this is best for
- Innovative businesses & R&D-led teams
- Organisations based in UK-wide
- Projects aligned with innovation funding
- Teams seeking funding around Up to £110 million total, with individual grants between £100,000 and £3 million.
Who should not apply
- Individuals applying in a personal capacity (unless explicitly permitted)
- Applicants who cannot meet the official eligibility criteria below
Eligibility checklist
Tick what applies to your organisation before applying.
- UK registered businesses of any size, charities, not-for-profits, public sector organisations, agri-tech centres, and eligible research organisations can host a fellowship.
- Applicants for the fellowship do not need a PhD but must demonstrate relevant experience and a clear plan for leadership development.
- Projects must have a grant funding request between £100,000 and £3 million and last for 4 years.
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