EuroHPC Supercomputer Access for Model Development
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Overview
This opportunity lets you apply for time on EuroHPC supercomputers to develop artificial intelligence. Access is offered through the European High-Performance Computing Joint Undertaking, known as EuroHPC JU, and is listed by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) under the AI Factories name.
The access modes support AI and data-intensive work. There is a particular focus on foundation models and generative AI, such as large language models. This could be a good fit if your project needs serious computing power to develop models of this kind.
The calls are aimed at a wide mix of applicants. Startups, small and medium-sized enterprises, industry and the public sector can all apply, as can researchers. UK applicants are eligible because the UK is a participating state in EuroHPC, so being based in the UK does not rule you out.
The opportunity is open now and has no closing date. You can start an application whenever you are ready, rather than waiting for a fixed round. UKRI published the opportunity on 31 July 2026.
One important point to bear in mind is that no money is provided. Awards are allocations of compute time on the supercomputers, not cash grants. If your project has other costs, you will need to meet them from another source. If you have questions before you apply, you can email UKRI at DRI@ukri.org.
Official source: https://www.ukri.org/opportunity/ukri-eurohpc-joint-undertaking/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 28 October 2026.
Requirements to check
Key requirements:
- No funding is provided; awards are allocations of compute time on EuroHPC supercomputers.
- Access supports AI and data-intensive work, with a focus on foundation models and generative AI such as large language models.
- UK applicants are eligible because the UK is a participating state in EuroHPC.
- There is no closing date.
Startups, small and medium-sized enterprises, industry, the public sector and researchers can apply. The access is for AI and data-intensive work, with a focus on foundation models and generative AI such as large language models. UK applicants are eligible because the UK is a participating state in EuroHPC. Awards are allocations of compute time only, so this opportunity does not provide cash funding.
This summary may not include every exclusion. Check the full eligibility rules, including who and what the funder will not support.
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Startups, small and medium-sized enterprises, industry, the public sector and researchers developing AI, especially foundation models and generative AI.
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Full details from EuroHPC Joint Undertaking
Access European supercomputers for training foundation models and other data-intensive development. Awards provide computing time rather than cash. UK applicants can apply through the relevant EuroHPC access mode, including Playground, Fast Lane, Large Scale and the scientific or collaborative-project route. Requirements and assessment dates differ between modes; there is no single application deadline for this listing. UK startups, small and medium-sized enterprises, larger businesses, public-sector organisations and researchers, subject to the selected access mode. The scientific and collaborative-project route has specific rules for industrial participants. Check the mode rules, technical requirements and access policy before applying. Eligibility is UK-wide, not limited to England. Follow the access-call link on the UKRI page, choose the relevant current EuroHPC call, and read its technical guidance and access policy. Prepare the proposal and resource request for the selected system, then use that call’s application portal. Confirm its assessment cut-off and time zone before submitting.
How to apply
Use the Start application link on the UKRI funding opportunity page to apply for access to EuroHPC supercomputers. There is no closing date, so you can apply at any time while the opportunity is open. If you have questions, email UKRI at DRI@ukri.org.
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