Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP): 2026 – 2027 Round 3
Summary
This funding opportunity from Innovate UK, part of UKRI, offers up to £12.5 million to support innovation projects between UK registered academic institutions, RTOs or Catapults and businesses. It aims to facilitate knowledge transfer and drive business growth through collaborative projects. The key requirement is a partnership between an academic/research organisation and a business.
Eligibility Criteria
* **Applicant Type:** UK registered academic institutions, Research and Technology Organisations (RTOs), or Catapults. * **Project Focus:** Innovation projects requiring knowledge transfer from the academic/research partner to a business. * **Partnership:** Must involve a collaboration between an eligible research organisation and a business. * **Geography:** Projects must take place in the UK. * **Funding:** Share of up to £12.5 million is available.
How to Apply
1. Visit the UKRI funding opportunities page: [https://www.ukri.org/opportunity/knowledge-transfer-partnership-ktp-2026-2027-round-3/](https://www.ukri.org/opportunity/knowledge-transfer-partnership-ktp-2026-2027-round-3/) 2. Review the detailed guidance and eligibility criteria for the Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) scheme. 3. Prepare a detailed proposal outlining the project, the partnership, the intended impact, and the budget. 4. Submit the application through the UKRI designated portal by the specified deadline for the 2026-2027 Round 3.