TBAT Innovation Challenge

Applications are now open for the TBAT Innovation Challenge 2026, giving UK innovators the chance to secure funding, expert support, and brand recognition.

If you’re a UK start-up, entrepreneur, or a business working in R&D or developing new technology you could be our winner! 

🏆 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗶𝗻?
 - £50,000 cash to invest in R&D* for the winner, supported by Kappika Ventures
- A share of a £100,000+ support package for our winner and two runners-up
 - 2 x £5,000 for two runners-up
 - 1 x £1,000 cash prize for the Rising Star Award supported by Sequel Consultants Ltd

Explore the full prize fund and partners: https://tbat.co.uk/the-innovation-challenge/prize-package/

✍ 𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆?
 - Start-ups: UK Businesses that are three years old or younger.
 - Aspiring Entrepreneurs: Those seeking to launch a business in the UK.
 - UK Businesses over three years old that are still heavily involved in R&D or looking to introduce new technology.
 - Technology-based Businesses: Businesses that offer a technology-based product or service that showcases innovative solutions.

The application form takes just 15–20 minutes to complete and asks for key details about your business and proposition. You’ll also need to upload supporting documents (a pitch deck or short business plan) to strengthen your application.

➡️ APPLY NOW: https://tbat.co.uk/apply-now-innovation-challenge/

Full application details: https://tbat.co.uk/the-innovation-challenge/application-process/

Please note, applications close on 12th August, 11.59pm.

The top 10 shortlisted businesses will then be invited to pitch live at our Finalist Showcase on 7th October, where one winner and two runners-up will be announced.

Ahead of the Finalist Showcase, the top 10 finalists will receive pitch training from FundingHero.

𝐍𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧?

Join our live webinar on Thursday 2nd July from 10:00am – 11:00am, where we’ll walk through the application process, key criteria, and answer your questions. You’ll also hear directly from the sponsor of the £50,000 cash prize Kappika Ventures on how they are supporting IC26. 
Register here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7381435425371924828