Welcome to the Commission on Science, Innovation and Technology’s application portal!


GENERAL INFORMATION:
Before you get started, there are a few things you should be aware of to make the application process as simple as possible.

  • In order to complete your online application, you must register for an account with a username and password. Your username and password will allow you the flexibility to complete your application at your convenience.

  • All fields are mandatory but can be completed with a ‘NA’ if you do not have the requested information at the time of application or if the question does not apply.

  • If you would like to go back to a previous application section, select the section name from the left panel. Use the continue button to navigate to the desired page.

  • You may use the "HELP/Assistance" button on the top right to email csit@njeda.com.

  • If asking questions regarding your specific application, please reference the Application ID # located on the top right of the screen.

  • Because some state systems have experienced longer than usual processing times due to COVID-19, applicants are encouraged to obtain copies of the required NJ documentation early in the process of completing their applications to avoid any delays in submission of supporting documentation



Pilot Clean Tech Demonstration Program

The pre-application Portal will be open from Wednesday, December 7, 2022, at 10AM to Friday December 30th 2022 at 5PM EST.

The full-application Portal will be open from Monday, December 12, 2022, at 10AM to Friday February 3rd 2023 at 5PM EST.




Round 4 SBIR/STTR Direct Financial Support Program

Round 4 SBIR/STTR Direct Financial Support Program opens on October 3rd at 9am and closes on November 14th at 5pm.

In order to apply a company MUST have received at least one prior federal SBIR/STTR award - no earlier than September 16, 2020




Clean Tech Research and Development (R&D) Voucher Program

The Clean Tech Research and Development (R&D) Voucher Program application will open on Monday, April 5, 2021 at 9 a.m.



Maternal and Infant Health (R&D) Grant Program

The Maternal and Infant Health (R&D) Grant Program application will open on Friday, July 1, 2022 at 9 a.m. The application will be open through August 26, 2022 at 5pm.



Clean Tech Research and Development (R&D) Voucher Pilot Program – Round 2

The Clean Tech Research and Development (R&D) Voucher Program application will open on Monday, May 2, 2022 at 9 a.m.



Catalyst Research and Development (R&D) Voucher Pilot Program – Round 1

The Catalyst Research and Development (R&D) Voucher Pilot Program application will open on Monday, May 2, 2022 at 9 a.m.




PLEASE gather the following documents before starting the application:
  • Employee verification information as appropriate for applicable company structure and staffing - i.e. most recent NJ WR-30 (W2 employees) or 1099 (contractors), Shareholder Agreement or K-1 or Offer letters

  • Current NJ Tax clearance certificate (listing New Jersey Commission on Science, Innovation and Technology). See https://www16.state.nj.us/NJ_PREMIER_EBIZ/jsp/home.jsp.

  • If applicable, copy of Women and/or Minority owned business NJ certification See https://www.njportal.com/DOR/SBERegistry/Default/

  • If applicable, copy of Veteran Owned business NJ certification