Activity | Date |
Applications open | Wednesday 30 September 2026 |
Applications close | Monday 9 November 2026 11:59pm AEDT |
Shortlisted applicant Pitch/Q&A sessions | Tuesday 24 November to Wednesday 2 December 2026 |
Applicants notified of outcomes | By Thursday 17 December 2026 |
Contracting | Friday 18 December to end of January 2027 |
Public announcement of recipients | February 2027 (TBC) |
Grants for Scaling Accelerator Programs
Innovation Victoria’s Grants for Scaling Accelerator Programs grant round will support new accelerator programs that help established Victorian innovation-led companies build the capability, connections and confidence needed to grow.
About This Grant Round
This round is seeking applications from experienced accelerator operators with strong networks and partnerships, including international connections, who can help Victorian companies access new markets, customers, expertise and capital. Innovation Victoria is prepared to fund programs of up to AUD $3 million, with up to AUD $5 million available through this round.
Key dates
Important Note: As the Victorian State election will be held on Saturday 28 November 2026, the Victorian Government will assume a caretaker role from 6.00pm on 3 November 2026 until such time that either it becomes clear that the incumbent government will be returned, or when a new government is commissioned. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to participate in a virtual pitch and Q&A session as part of the assessment process. Successful applicants are expected to be notified by Thursday 17 December 2026, subject to caretaker conventions, processes and timelines associated with the Victorian State Election.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Published: 30 September 2026
Questions and Contact
If you have a question about this grant round or require assistance, please contact the Innovation Victoria Grants Team via email: grants@innovationvictoria.com.