# NQS Mission 2 Coordination Network

**Funder:** EPSRC
**Budget:** Up to £630,937 (EPSRC funds £504,750, 80% FEC)
**Deadline:** 24 November 2026 (16:00 UK time)
**Duration:** Up to 33 months
**Consortium:** Required — academic-led network co-created with end users and stakeholders across academia, industry, government and networking sectors
**Application:** Single stage
**Frequency:** One-off
**Eligible countries:** GB
**Official call:** https://www.ukri.org/opportunity/nqs-mission-2-coordination-network/
**Last updated:** 20 Sept 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Funds a UK academic-led Coordination Network for quantum networking and communications under the National Quantum Strategy Mission 2, requiring co-creation with end users, industry, government and infrastructure providers. Applications via UKRI Funding Service only (not Je-S); UK research organisations only.

## Summary

This EPSRC call funds a single UK academic-led Coordination Network for quantum networking and communications, with up to £630,937 total (£504,750 from EPSRC at 80% FEC) over up to 33 months. It supports researchers at UK institutions who can co-create the network with industry, government and infrastructure stakeholders under National Quantum Strategy Mission 2. This is a one-off call with a single application stage.

## Who should apply

- Academic researchers at UK research organisations
- Applicants able to lead a network co-created with industry, government and infrastructure providers
- Researchers working on quantum networking and communications
- Teams with existing links across academia, industry and networking sectors

## Key dates

- Deadline 24 November 2026, 16:00 UK time
- Single-stage application via UKRI Funding Service
- Up to 33 months duration

## Tips for applicants

- Apply through the UKRI Funding Service only, Je-S submissions are not accepted for this call.
- Show concrete co-creation mechanisms with end users, industry and government, not just letters of support.
- This is a one-off call, so there is no future round to fall back on if the proposal misses the deadline.

## Frequently asked questions

### How much does the NQS Mission 2 Coordination Network grant pay?

Up to £630,937 in total costs, with EPSRC funding £504,750 at 80% full economic cost.

### Who can apply for the NQS Mission 2 Coordination Network grant?

UK academic research organisations leading a network co-created with industry, government and infrastructure stakeholders in quantum networking and communications.

### How long does the NQS Mission 2 Coordination Network last?

Up to 33 months.

### Is the NQS Mission 2 Coordination Network a recurring call?

No, it is a one-off call.

### How do I apply for the NQS Mission 2 Coordination Network grant?

Applications must be submitted via the UKRI Funding Service; Je-S is not used for this call.

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