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Efficient, Structured and Controllable AI Systems
Upcoming UK SME funding for experimental validation of novel AI mechanisms.
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Funding amount
Eligible costs: £50K–£150K; grants cover up to 70% for micro/small or 60% for medium organisations.
Scheme
Innovate UK — Efficient, Structured and Controllable AI Systems
Open for
Indian founders require a UK-registered SME; an India-only entity is ineligible.
Deadline
Opens 12 October 2026; closes 18 November 2026 at 11:00 UK time
About the Program
Funds experimental validation of reusable AI mechanisms. Competition budget is £1.66 million.
Eligibility requirements
- TRL 1–3 at project start. Projects last one to three months, start by 1 April 2027 and end by 30 June 2027. Work and most expenditure must be in the UK. Subcontractors are prohibited.
Offerings / Benefits
- Research grant supporting technical validation and a development plan.
Sectors supported
Novel AI architectures, learning mechanisms, causal models, representations and control systems.AI & Artificial Intelligence
Selection process
- Competitive assessment against technical scope and funding criteria.
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