# Innovasjonsprosjekter i næringslivet: Industri og tjenestenæringer

**Funder:** Research Council of Norway
**Budget:** Kr 1 000 000–16 000 000
**Duration:** 12–48 months
**Application:** Single stage
**Frequency:** Continuous
**Eligible countries:** NO
**Official call:** https://www.forskningsradet.no/utlysninger/2025/innovasjonsprosjekter-naringslivet-industri-tjenestenaringer/
**Last verified:** 19 July 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Supports research-driven innovation and transformation in Norwegian industry and services, including health, ICT, process/manufacturing, and goods-producing industries. Companies apply together with partners.

## Summary

Innovasjonsprosjekter i næringslivet funds research-driven innovation and business transformation in Norwegian companies across health, ICT, and manufacturing sectors. Grants range from NOK 1 to 16 million over 12-48 months and are open only to Norwegian companies. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis year-round, making this a flexible route for industry-led R&D that bridges laboratory advances and market deployment.

## Who should apply

- Norwegian companies or SMEs in health, ICT, process, or manufacturing sectors
- Business leaders and innovation managers seeking to embed research into product or service development
- Companies with a clear link between a research question and market opportunity
- Organisations planning 12-48 month innovation cycles

## Key dates

- Rolling deadline: applications accepted year-round
- Single-stage application process
- Project duration: 12-48 months

## Tips for applicants

- Lead with the research challenge, not just the commercial goal, RCN panels assess scientific rigour as much as business impact.
- Secure a research partner (university or research institute) early; many successful proposals include collaboration letters that strengthen the knowledge-base angle.
- Budget clarity matters; break costs into research, prototyping, and scaling phases, RCN scrutinises realistic cost allocation across the full timeline.

## Frequently asked questions

### Who can apply for Innovasjonsprosjekter i næringslivet?

Norwegian companies and organisations in health, ICT, manufacturing and services sectors seeking to drive innovation through research-led projects.

### What is the budget range for Innovasjonsprosjekter i næringslivet?

Grants range from NOK 1 million to NOK 16 million, depending on project scope and duration.

### How long can a project run?

Projects typically span 12-48 months, tailored to the innovation cycle and research complexity.

### Is there a fixed deadline?

No, this is a rolling (continuous) programme; you can submit applications at any time during the year.

### Can non-Norwegian companies apply?

No, this call is open to Norwegian companies and organisations only.

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