Commercialising Knowledge Assets Fund (CKAF) Spring

the Department for Science Innovation and Technology (DSIT)
Closing in 33 days

Funding

£50,000 – £250,000

Location

England

Applications

Open until 7 May 2026

Overview

The Commercialising Knowledge Assets Fund helps government research organisations turn their research into commercial products. You can get between £50,000 and £250,000 to develop viable public sector knowledge assets. The money helps move your research towards being ready for the market. This funding comes from the Government Office for Technology Transfer. Only UK registered government research organisations can apply. The deadline is 7 May 2026. This is specifically for public sector organisations in England.

Eligibility

Who can apply:

public sector

Key requirements:

  • Must be UK registered government research organisation
  • Must have viable public sector knowledge assets
Who is this for?

This grant is for UK registered government research organisations in England. You need to have viable public sector knowledge assets that could be developed for commercial use. This is not for private companies or other types of organisations.

Regions

Full details from the Department for Science Innovation and Technology (DSIT)

UK registered government research organisations can apply for grants from £50,000 up to £250,000 to move viable public sector knowledge assets towards commercial readiness. This funding is provided by the Government Office for Technology Transfer (GOTT).

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Last updated: 5 April 2026