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NQS Mission 2: Components, Systems and Architectures
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This EPSRC call funds research into quantum networking components, systems and architectures under UK National Quantum Strategy Mission 2, offering up to £2.56M FEC (EPSRC covers £2.05M at 80% FEC) for projects of up to 33 months. It is a one-off, single-stage call open only to UK research organisations, and requires at least one project partner from academia, industry, government or the wider quantum ecosystem unless justified otherwise.
Details
| Funder | EPSRC |
| Budget | Up to £2.56M FEC (EPSRC funds £2.05M, 80% FEC) |
| Deadline | 24 November 2026 |
| Duration | Up to 33 months, latest start date 31 May 2027 |
| Consortium | Required — at least one project partner from academia, industry, government or the wider quantum ecosystem, unless justified otherwise |
| Application | Single stage |
| Frequency | One-off |
| Eligible countries | GB |
Eligibility & scope
Supports UK National Quantum Strategy Mission 2 research into quantum networking components, systems and architectures. UK research organisations only; applications via UKRI Funding Service (not Je-S); PhD studentships not fundable; expects engagement with the Mission 2 Coordination Network.
Who Should Apply
- •Researchers at UK research organisations
- •Teams working on quantum networking components, systems or architectures
- •Applicants able to secure at least one academic, industry, government or quantum-ecosystem partner
- •Projects able to engage with the Mission 2 Coordination Network
Key Dates
- •Deadline 24 November 2026, 16:00 UK time
- •Single-stage application via the UKRI Funding Service
- •Up to 33 months duration, latest start date 31 May 2027
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Apply through the UKRI Funding Service, not Je-S, check account access early given the November deadline.
- ✓Secure and document your required project partner early; the call expects justification if none is included.
- ✓Budget for 80% FEC funding from EPSRC and plan the remaining costs, and note PhD studentships cannot be funded from this call.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much funding does the EPSRC NQS Mission 2 call provide?
Projects can total up to £2.56M FEC, with EPSRC funding £2.05M at 80% FEC.
Who can apply for the NQS Mission 2 call?
Only UK research organisations are eligible, and the project must include at least one partner from academia, industry, government or the wider quantum ecosystem unless justified otherwise.
How long can NQS Mission 2 projects run?
Projects can run for up to 33 months, with a latest start date of 31 May 2027.
Is this a recurring EPSRC call?
No, it is listed as a one-off call with a single application stage.
Can I use this grant to fund a PhD studentship?
No, PhD studentships are not fundable under this call.
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