Endorsing bodies are organisations approved to assess business ideas for this route.
What they look for
Gov.uk lists criteria such as innovation, viability and scalability.
For founders
Prepare a clear plan, evidence of market understanding and a realistic path to growth.
Sources
Last checked 22 Oct 2026. Rules change, so confirm on gov.uk.
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