Open
NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts (NIAC) Phase II
Open call · rolling / continuous submission.
| Reference | cand-49 |
|---|---|
| Source programme | manual-review |
| Type | grant |
| Status | open |
| Last updated | 2026-06-15 |
What this call is about
What it funds: The NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts (NIAC) Phase II program supports the development of innovative technologies and concepts that can enhance future space missions. Who can apply: Eligible applicants include U.S. citizens and organizations, including small businesses, universities, and non-profits.
Is your startup eligible for this call? VIRA checks the full requirements against your profile in minutes — country, entity type, TRL, consortium rules — and drafts your application package with AI.
Check my eligibility free →Frequently asked
When is the deadline for cand-49?
No fixed deadline is listed — the call appears to accept rolling or continuous submissions. Verify on the official programme page.
How do I check if my startup is eligible?
Eligibility depends on country, entity type, team size and technology readiness (TRL). VIRA.space (Virtual Innovation Research Assistant) runs a free structured eligibility check against the full call requirements — this page shows only a teaser summary.
Where is the official call published?
The authoritative source is the issuing programme's portal: official call page. VIRA links every tracked tender back to its origin.
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