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NQS Mission 2: Components, systems and architectures
The Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) and the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) fund research into the components, systems and architectures for secure, scalable quantum networks under UK National Quantum Strategy Mission 2. The total fund is 10,750,000 pounds, with a maximum award of 2.56 million pounds full economic cost, of which EPSRC pays 80% (2.05 million pounds). Projects run up to 33 months with a fixed latest start date of 31 May 2027. Applicants must be at a UK research organisation eligible for EPSRC funding and apply through the UKRI Funding Service, not Je-S. Applications opened 29 September 2026 at 9:00am UK time and close 24 November 2026 at 4:00pm UK time. Successful projects must engage with the Mission 2 Coordination Network.
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November 2026 deadline
10,750,000 pounds total; up to 2.56 million pounds FEC per project (EPSRC 80%)
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Round history
| Round | Window | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 deadline | September 29, 2026 to November 24, 2026Deadline ahead | 10,750,000 pounds total; up to 2.56 million pounds FEC per project (EPSRC 80%) | ukri.org |
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