2523: Scaling performance of quantum computing hardware: CR&D

Innovate UK
Ongoing

Funding

Up to £33,000,000

Location

England

Applications

Rolling (always open)

Overview

Innovate UK is offering up to £33 million for businesses developing quantum computing hardware. The funding covers device-level hardware and related software. Your work must address the scale, programmability, and runtime performance needed for universal fault-tolerant quantum computers. Only UK-registered organisations based in England can apply.

Eligibility

Who can apply:

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Key requirements:

  • Must be a UK-registered organisation
  • Work must address scale, programmability, and runtime performance of universal fault-tolerant quantum computers
  • Must develop device-level hardware and associated software
Who is this for?

This grant is for UK-registered organisations in England working on quantum computing hardware or software. You should be focused on building or improving device-level technology for fault-tolerant quantum computers. It is not suitable for businesses outside England or those working in unrelated technology areas.

Regions

Full details from Innovate UK

UK registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £33 million to develop device level hardware and associated software to meet the scale, programmability, and runtime performance needs of universal fault tolerant quantum computers.

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Last updated: 3 July 2026