Sovereign industrial priorities, exports, quality/security and skilling support for eligible defence-industry SMEs.
Funding and availability
Up to $1 million, depending on stream
Sovereign Industrial Priorities and Skilling batches close 30 November 2026; confirm other streams
Who it is for
Australian SME and defence capability requirements apply; associations may access Skilling. Grants cover up to 50% of eligible expenditure with different stream limits. The source lists expired 31 October Export/Security batch dates and a program transition: confirm those streams before applying.
Application process
Choose a stream and confirm its current guidelines and deadline.
