Nº 0059 Listed October 2026 Rolling
IP Advance Grant Funding
About this funding
IP Advance Grant Funding supports small and medium-sized enterprises in developing and implementing intellectual property strategy.
The scheme covers advice on copyright, designs, trademarks and patents, with an IP audit service receiving £2,250 in grant funding (including VAT) towards the cost of a professional audit.
Eligible businesses must be trading enterprises with fewer than 250 staff where intellectual property is or will be essential to growth plans. Businesses contribute £750 towards audit costs. Applications are made through Innovate UK Business Growth, the regional delivery partner for the Intellectual Property Office in England.
How to apply
Apply through the scheme page at https://www.gov.uk/business-finance-support/ip-advance-grant-funding
Common questions
- What is IP Advance Grant Funding?
- The IP Advance Grant Funding scheme provides £2,250 towards IP audits for small and medium-sized businesses in Greater Manchester, with a required £750 co-contribution from applicants.
- How much funding is available?
- IP Advance Grant Funding offers £2,250.
- What is the deadline?
- IP Advance Grant Funding accepts applications on a rolling basis — you can apply at any time.
- Who provides IP Advance Grant Funding?
- IP Advance Grant Funding is provided by UK Government.
- How do I apply for IP Advance Grant Funding?
- Apply through the scheme page at https://www.gov.uk/business-finance-support/ip-advance-grant-funding.
Recorded from gov.uk · Entry Nº 0059 of the Manchester Business Services register.