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Enterprise Ireland R&D Fund
A grant towards the cost of a research and development project. The amount depends on your company's size and the project, and you co-fund part of it yourself.
What it is
A co-funded grant for a company taking on a research and development project to create a new product, service or process.
Who can get it
- You are a startup, SME or large company developing a new product, service or process
- The project tackles a real technical challenge and is a step up in your research and development
- You can put matching funding towards the project
Good to know
- It supports genuine R&D, not routine day-to-day product changes.
- The grant rate and amount depend on your company size and where it is based.
- Talk to Enterprise Ireland early, they help shape what your project can qualify for.
How to apply
Applications go through Enterprise Ireland. The official page has the full eligibility rules and the application itself.
Go to the official page →Checked against the official source on 14 June 2026. Always confirm the details on the official page before applying.
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