Startup Grants ₹1 Crore+ in India

Large startup grants of ₹1 crore and above in India — scale-up funding, deeptech and deep-pocket challenge programmes for companies with traction and a credible plan to deploy serious capital.

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₹1CrUp to

Atal New India Challenge 2.0

by NITI Aayog

Grant-based program by NITI Aayog supporting technology innovations addressing national challenges, from prototype to commercialization.

Government ₹1 Crore+

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₹8CrUp to

FITT–Circulus Initiative at FITT, IIT Delhi

by FITT, IIT Delhi

The FITT–Circulus Initiative is an equity investment pathway for climate tech and deeptech startups incubated at FITT, IIT Delhi, offering up to ₹8Cr.

₹1 Crore+

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₹50L – ₹3CrRange

NEDFi Equity Fund Scheme

by NEDFi

Equity/grant funding for startups in North East India with high growth potential.

Government ₹1 Crore+

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₹124CrUp to

Digital Communication Innovation Square (DCIS)

by Department of Telecommunications

A Department of Telecommunications grant of up to ₹124Cr for communication sector startups.

Government ₹1 Crore+

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₹10L – ₹1CrRange

GENESIS (Gen-Next Support for Innovative Startups)

by Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)

GENESIS is a MeitY-STPI grant program supporting early-stage tech startups with ₹10L–₹1Cr, incubation, and mentorship.

Government ₹1 Crore+

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₹1CrUp to

NIDHI - Seed Support System (NIDHI-SSS)

under NIDHI-SSS (Seed Support System) · by Department of Science & Technology

NIDHI-Seed Support System (SSS) provides grants up to ₹1Cr to tech startups incubated at DST-approved TBIs, supporting proof of concept to commercialization.

Government ₹1 Crore+

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₹25L – ₹10CrRange

Equipment Finance (Northeastern Development Finance Corporation Ltd Schemes)

by Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region

Debt financing for startups in North-East India to purchase equipment, via Ministry of DoNER.

Government ₹1 Crore+

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₹10CrUp to

Maharashtra Innovation and Technological Development Fund

by Maharashtra State Innovation Society (MSInS)

A Maharashtra government fund providing grants up to ₹10Cr to early-stage startups and MSMEs incorporated in Maharashtra, focusing on innovation in key sectors like agriculture and healthcare.

Government ₹1 Crore+

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₹10CrUp to

Scheme for Accelerating Startups around Post COVID Technology Opportunities (SASACT)

by Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)

SASACT is a MeitY grant scheme funding Indian startups developing post-COVID-19 technologies.

Government ₹1 Crore+

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₹2CrUp to

S&T-PRISM (Promotion of Research and Innovation in Startups and MSMEs in Mining, Mineral Processing, Metallurgy and Recycling Sector)

by Ministry of Mines

S&T-PRISM offers grants up to ₹2Cr for startups and MSMEs in mining, mineral processing, metallurgy, and recycling to turn research into prototypes.

Government ₹1 Crore+

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₹25L – ₹10CrRange

North-East Venture Fund (NEVF)

by Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region

Venture capital fund by Ministry of DoNER investing in startups based in the North Eastern Region of India.

Government ₹1 Crore+

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₹4.5CrUp to

Alliance Crypto & AI Accelerator

by Alliance

Leading crypto & AI accelerator providing ₹4.5 Crore funding for product-market fit.

₹1 Crore+

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₹1CrUp to

Madhya Pradesh State Innovation Challenge

by Department of MSME, Government of Madhya Pradesh

Grant up to ₹1 Crore for DPIIT-recognized startups deploying high-impact solutions in Madhya Pradesh.

Equity-Free Government ₹1 Crore+

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₹10CrUp to

Credit Guarantee Scheme for Startups (CGSS)

by Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT)

Credit guarantee scheme for DPIIT-recognized startups to obtain collateral-free loans up to ₹10Cr via member institutions.

Government ₹1 Crore+

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₹1.5CrUp to

India-Sweden Collaborative Industrial R&D Programme

by Department of Science & Technology

A grant of up to ₹1.5 crore for joint Indo-Swedish R&D projects focusing on green transition in steel and cement industries.

Government ₹1 Crore+

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₹25L – ₹7.5CrRange

NRL Ideation Angel Fund (NRL IAF)

by NEDFi

NRL IAF provides grants of ₹25 lakh to ₹7.5 crore for idea-stage startups based in North East India, with equity funding available for later stages.

Government ₹1 Crore+

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₹10L – ₹1CrRange

Stand-Up India Scheme

by Government of India

Government-backed loans of ₹10 lakh to ₹1 crore for SC/ST and women entrepreneurs to set up greenfield enterprises.

Government ₹1 Crore+

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₹1.5CrUp to

India-Canada Collaborative Industrial R&D Programme 2025

by Department of Science & Technology

A non-dilutive grant of up to ₹1.5 crore for joint India-Canada R&D projects between Indian companies and Canadian partners.

Government ₹1 Crore+

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₹10L – ₹1CrRange

AVINYA AI Accelerator – Cohort 2 by ACSEL Technology Forum

by ACSEL Technology Forum

4-month AI accelerator in Karnataka for early-stage startups, up to ₹10L seed funding.

₹1 Crore+

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₹1.3CrUp to

100X.VC Investment Program

by 100X.VC

100X.VC offers seed investment of ₹1.25 crore via iSAFE notes to early-stage Indian startups, along with mentorship and a 6-week masterclass. Rolling applications.

₹1 Crore+

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₹25L – ₹1CrRange

Thrive Startup Acceleration Program

by Marwari Catalysts

Acceleration program for pre-seed & early-stage Indian startups across all sectors.

₹1 Crore+

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₹9CrUp to

Startup Exploration Program 2026 - IIT Mandi Catalyst

by IIT Mandi Catalyst

3-month exploration program for prototype-stage innovators

₹1 Crore+

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₹1CrUp to

Women Enterprise Development (WED)

by Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region

Grant for women-led businesses in Northeastern Region up to ₹1Cr.

Government ₹1 Crore+

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₹9CrUp to

a16z speedrun

by a16z

a16z Speedrun invests up to $1M in early-stage global startups, providing capital, free credits, and expert support.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP ₹1 Crore+

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₹59.4L – ₹3.0CrRange

SLINGSHOT 2026 Deep Tech Startup Pitching Competition at SWITCH, Singapore

by Enterprise Singapore (SLINGSHOT)

Deep tech startup pitching competition offering Startup SG grant prizes up to S$400K (≈₹2.97 cr), held annually at SWITCH, Singapore.

Equity-Free Government International Competition ₹1 Crore+

Closes in 10d (27 Jul 2026)

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₹5CrUp to

Medical Device Clinical Studies Support Scheme (MDCSSS) - SMDI

by Department of Pharmaceuticals

A government scheme offering reimbursement grants up to ₹5 crore to support clinical studies for medical devices and IVDs manufactured in India.

Equity-Free Government ₹1 Crore+

Closes in 7d (24 Jul 2026)

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₹10CrUp to

Scheme for Strengthening of Medical Device Industry (SMDI) - Marginal Investment Scheme for Reducing Import Dependence (MISRID)

by Department of Pharmaceuticals

A capital subsidy scheme under SMDI to promote domestic manufacturing of key medical device components and raw materials, reducing import dependency.

Equity-Free Government ₹1 Crore+

Closes in 7d (24 Jul 2026)

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₹10L – ₹10CrRange

StartUp Xcelerate 2026 – A Startup Growth & Investment Meetup

by Chamber for Small & Medium Businesses, Mumbai

StartUp Xcelerate is a curated platform designed to accelerate startup growth by providing direct investor access and strong retail & market linkages.

Competition ₹1 Crore+

Closes in 2d (19 Jul 2026)

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₹6.5CrUp to

Rapid Regen Challenge — the^delta prize

by the^delta

A CSR initiative by PepsiCo and the^delta prize, offering up to ₹6.5 crore in grants for non-profits deploying regenerative agriculture solutions with smallholder farmers across India.

Equity-Free Competition ₹1 Crore+

2 Aug 2026

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₹1.5CrUp to

iDEX Open Challenge

by Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX)

The iDEX Open Challenge invites Indian startups, innovators, and MSMEs to propose cutting-edge technologies and products for the defence and aerospace sectors, offering grants up to ₹1.5 crore and direct engagement with the military.

Equity-Free Government Competition ₹1 Crore+

30 Sept 2026

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₹1.9Cr – ₹124.5CrRange

Global Innovation Fund (GIF)

by Global Innovation Fund

Global Innovation Fund (GIF) provides flexible, tiered funding (grants, debt, equity) and technical support to social innovations aiming to improve the lives of people living in poverty across the developing world.

International ₹1 Crore+

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₹2.1Cr – ₹8.3CrRange

Wellcome Prize for Mental Health Science with Nature

by Wellcome

A major global prize championing new interventions for anxiety, depression, and psychosis, offering up to US$1,000,000 (approx. ₹8.33 crore) to accelerate impact and policy prioritization.

Equity-Free International Competition ₹1 Crore+

18 Sept 2026

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₹2.4Cr – ₹9.5CrRange

The Wellcome Prize for Mental Health Science with Nature

by Wellcome

A global prize by Wellcome and Nature for groundbreaking interventions in mental health science, offering up to ₹9.52 crore for a winner and ₹2.38 crore for finalists, along with significant visibility and support.

Equity-Free International Competition ₹1 Crore+

15 Sept 2026

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₹4.2CrGrant

Y Combinator Fall 2026 Batch

by Y Combinator

World's top startup accelerator offering seed funding, mentorship, and investor access globally.

International ₹1 Crore+

Closes in 11d (28 Jul 2026)

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₹4.6CrUp to

SOSV Deep Tech Accelerator Program (SOSV SF & SOSV NY)

by SOSV

SOSV invests in pre-seed deep tech startups focused on human & planetary health, offering labs, mentorship, and investor network.

International ₹1 Crore+

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₹2.9Cr – ₹19CrRange

100Unicorns Accelerator VC Program

by 100Unicorns

100Unicorns is India's first Accelerator VC, providing seed funding and extensive acceleration support to early-stage startups across diverse sectors, from idea to angel stage.

₹1 Crore+

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₹1.4Cr – ₹4.5CrRange

Katapult Ocean Accelerator (Investment Program)

by Katapult Ocean

Katapult Ocean is an Oslo-based accelerator and early-stage investor focusing on the blue economy, providing equity investment and a structured program for startups protecting and restoring ocean health globally.

International ₹1 Crore+

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₹1CrUp to

Aarohan 6.0 – TIH IIT Bombay Seed Support Program

by TIH IIT Bombay

Aarohan 6.0 by TIH IIT Bombay offers up to ₹1 Crore seed funding (equity/CCPS) to Agritech IoT startups at TRL 6+, along with mentorship, lab access, and commercialization support.

₹1 Crore+

16 Aug 2026

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₹25L – ₹1CrRange

DST NIDHI Seed Support Program (NIDHI-SSP) – PDEU Innovation & Incubation Center

under NIDHI-SSP (Seed Support Program) · by Pandit Deendayal Energy University

Equity-based seed funding up to ₹1 Crore for technology startups incubated at PDEU IIC, with mentoring and incubation support.

₹1 Crore+

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₹2.5CrUp to

Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Funding

by Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation

Global venture-philanthropy firm that funds early-stage, high-impact social enterprises with up to US$300,000 in unrestricted grants and three years of hands-on support.

Equity-Free International ₹1 Crore+

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₹2.1CrGrant

Earthna Prize 2026

by Earthna

Global award recognizing traditional knowledge, offering US$1M prize pool.

Equity-Free International Competition ₹1 Crore+

Closes in 3d (20 Jul 2026)

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₹23.8CrUp to

EIC Accelerator

by European Innovation Council

EU deep-tech scaleup funding: grant up to ₹26.25 crore plus optional equity up to ₹105 crore via EIC Fund. Non-EU startups eligible by relocating.

Government International ₹1 Crore+

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₹1.5CrUp to

LAB TO MARKET (L2M) PROGRAM (Medical Device Development & Validation)

by IITI DRISHTI CPS Foundation

The Lab-to-Market (L2M) Program by IITI DRISHTI CPS FOUNDATION offers financial and developmental support to faculty members and researchers for transforming prototype-ready medical devices into market-ready solutions.

Equity-Free ₹1 Crore+

Closes in 14d (31 Jul 2026)

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₹16.6CrUp to

EthAum Zero BS Healthcare Revenue Scaler Program

by EthAum Venture Partners

A 16-week hybrid accelerator by EthAum helping post-prototype healthcare startups globally secure pilots, drive revenue, and attract investment with up to $2M SAFE.

International ₹1 Crore+

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₹10L – ₹1.5CrRange

SIDBI Seed Fund Programme for iDEX-supported Startups & MSMEs in the Defence sector

by SIIC IIT Kanpur

Equity investment from ₹10 lakh to ₹1.5 crore for iDEX-supported startups in defence, run by SIIC IIT Kanpur.

₹1 Crore+

Closes in 5d (22 Jul 2026)

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₹10.5CrGrant

The Earthshot Prize

by The Earthshot Prize

The global environmental prize founded by Prince William, awarding ₹10.5Cr to five groundbreaking solutions annually across categories like nature, air, oceans, waste, and climate.

Equity-Free International Competition ₹1 Crore+

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₹1CrUp to

SIDBI Seed Fund Program at a-IDEA Funding Support

by a-IDEA, ICAR-NAARM

SIDBI Seed Fund Program at a-IDEA provides equity funding up to ₹1 crore for early-stage agri-tech and agri-business startups, along with mentoring and enterprise development services.

₹1 Crore+

Closes in 14d (31 Jul 2026)

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₹2CrUp to

CGTMSE — Credit Guarantee Fund Trust for Micro & Small Enterprises

by Ministry of MSME

Collateral-free credit guarantee up to ₹2 crore for micro & small enterprises

Equity-Free Government ₹1 Crore+

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₹18CrUp to

Build with Gemini XPRIZE

by XPRIZE Foundation

A global online innovation challenge by XPRIZE, inviting participants to leverage Google Gemini for groundbreaking solutions, with a ₹18.6 crore prize pool.

Equity-Free Competition ₹1 Crore+

17 Aug 2026

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₹10L – ₹1CrRange

Stand-Up India — Loans for Women & SC/ST Entrepreneurs

by Ministry of Finance, Govt of India

₹10 lakh–₹1 crore greenfield loans for women and SC/ST entrepreneurs

Equity-Free Government ₹1 Crore+

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₹50CrUp to

PMKSY — Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana

by Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI)

35%–50% grant for cold chain, food processing parks and unit infrastructure

Equity-Free Government ₹1 Crore+

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₹41.5L – ₹1.7CrRange

AgInvest 2026

by FounderPassion Foundation

AgInvest 2026 is a national AgriTech investment summit by FounderPassion Foundation, connecting promising agriculture startups with angel investors, VCs, and strategic partners for equity funding.

₹1 Crore+

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₹4.2Cr – ₹41.5CrRange

Surge by Peak XV

by Peak XV Partners

Surge offers up to $5M in seed capital, full-stack support, and access to a global network for audacious early-stage founders.

International ₹1 Crore+

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₹1CrUp to

The Vault Bharat — Season 2

by —

Uttar Pradesh's biggest startup reality show is back for Season 2 — UP-based founders pitch to a panel of investors for funding of up to ₹1 Cr per startup, mentorship and on-screen visibility.

Equity-Free Competition ₹1 Crore+

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₹3.8CrUp to

RevenueCat Shipaton 2026

by RevenueCat

Global online hackathon by RevenueCat with ₹3.95 crore prize pool for mobile apps and games.

Equity-Free Competition ₹1 Crore+

30 Sept 2026

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₹40CrUp to

Bharat Ke Super Founders — Season 2

by —

Revenue-stage Indian startups pitch to a panel of investor Tycoons live on Amazon MX Player for a share of ₹100 Cr+ in equity, debt, and revenue-based financing. Hosted by Suniel Shetty.

Equity-Free Competition ₹1 Crore+

Closes in 14d (31 Jul 2026)

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₹1CrUp to

ACABC — Agri Clinics and Agri Business Centres

by NABARD

44%–50% subsidy on loans for agriculture graduates setting up agri-clinics and agri-business centres

Equity-Free Government ₹1 Crore+

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₹83L – ₹2.5CrRange

AWE Tech Innovation Challenge 2026

by AWE Funds

Equity investment program for impact-driven technology startups solving health, agriculture, climate, and deep technology challenges across India.

Competition ₹1 Crore+

Closes in 14d (31 Jul 2026)

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₹45L – ₹36CrRange

FID – Fund for Innovation in Development (Innovative Project Funding)

by Fund for Innovation in Development

FID offers non-dilutive grants from ₹45 lakh to ₹36 crore to innovations combating poverty and inequality in low- and middle-income countries, providing staged funding and technical support.

Equity-Free Government International ₹1 Crore+

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₹78.8L – ₹18.4CrRange

The Wellcome Snakebite Innovation Prize

by Wellcome

A global challenge prize offering up to £6.25 million (approx. ₹65.6 crore) to multi-disciplinary teams developing innovative solutions to improve outcomes for people affected by snakebite in high-burden settings.

Equity-Free International Competition ₹1 Crore+

16 Sept 2026

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₹1CrUp to

Greenovation Agri Mechanization Challenge

by Greenovation Hub

A national challenge supporting climate-smart agricultural innovations for smallholder farmers in India, offering prizes, mentoring, market access, and opportunities for acceleration and significant follow-on funding.

Equity-Free Competition ₹1 Crore+

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₹10CrUp to

ECLGS 5.0 – Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme

by National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company (NCGTC)

Collateral-free working capital top-up up to ₹100 crore for MSMEs impacted by the West Asia crisis

Equity-Free Government ₹1 Crore+

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₹1CrUp to

EngSUI Seed Fund

by SIIC IIT Kanpur

Equity funding up to ₹1 crore for DPIIT-recognised tech startups, supported by Engineers India Limited & SIIC IIT Kanpur, with incubation, IP protection, and milestone-based scaling support.

Revenue-Stage DPIIT-Recognised ₹1 Crore+

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₹3.7CrUp to

IIMA Ventures Aerospace & Defence Acceleration Fund

by IIMA Ventures

IIMA Ventures Aerospace & Defence Acceleration Fund provides equity funding of ₹3.7Cr and mentorship for pre-seed/seed deeptech startups in aerospace, defence, and space-tech.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Space & Defence ₹1 Crore+

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₹1.4CrUp to

Flagship Accelerator

by 500 Global

Flagship Accelerator 500 Global Silicon Valley ₹1.4Cr equity program for early-stage startups.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage ₹1 Crore+

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₹1.8Cr – ₹13.5CrRange

DIV Fund Grant for Global Development Innovations

by DIV Fund

Non-dilutive grants up to ₹13.5 Cr for innovations improving lives in low- and middle-income countries.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage Social Impact Equity-Free International ₹1 Crore+

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₹90L – ₹18CrRange

Soma Fellows

by Soma

Global equity fellowship for early-stage founders with unicorn mentor access and SF/NYC office space.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP SaaS & Software Deeptech International ₹1 Crore+

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₹2.3CrUp to

Thiel Fellowship — $250K Grant for Young Founders Under 22

by Thiel Foundation

₹2.25 crore equity-free grant for founders aged 22 or younger, drop out of college and build for two years.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Equity-Free International Student Entrepreneurs ₹1 Crore+

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₹5.4CrUp to

AI2 Incubator

by AI2 Incubator

Equity incubator for early-stage applied AI startups, up to ₹54M cash + $1M cloud credits.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP SaaS & Software ₹1 Crore+

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₹9CrUp to

Atoms X

by Accel

Pre-seed program backing mission-centric founders with breakthrough technology, products, or business models.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Deeptech ₹1 Crore+

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₹1.4CrUp to

Artificial Intelligence (AI) to Accelerate Charitable Giving

by Gates Foundation

Gates Foundation grant funding AI solutions to boost charitable giving, focusing on global health and development.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP SaaS & Software Social Impact Equity-Free International ₹1 Crore+

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₹2.5CrUp to

Technology Development Board (TDB) India-Finland Joint Innovation Call 2026

by Technology Development Board (TDB)

Bilateral India-Finland grant for sustainable energy, digital tech, and microelectronics R&D projects.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage SaaS & Software Deeptech Climate & Energy Equity-Free Government International ₹1 Crore+

28 Aug 2026

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₹5CrUp to

Next Bharat Residency Program

by Next Bharat Ventures IFSC Private Limited

Equity funding up to ₹5Cr for impact ventures in India's rural/informal economies, with a hybrid residency and Suzuki group support.

Revenue-Stage Agritech Social Impact Climate & Energy ₹1 Crore+

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₹21L – ₹4.2CrRange

GRO8 Cohort 2 by 888VC

by 888VC

AI-enabled accelerator for pre-seed/seed tech startups, offering US $25k+ investment, mentoring, and investor access.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage SaaS & Software Fintech Biotech & Health ₹1 Crore+

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₹1CrUp to

C-CAMP Wadhwani Innovation Network (WIN) CoE Non-Dilutive Funding Program

by Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP)

Non-dilutive grant up to ₹1Cr for TRL-4+ biotech & deep-tech startups; rolling monthly calls.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage Biotech & Health Agritech Equity-Free ₹1 Crore+

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₹9CrUp to

Pre Seed Fund

by Forum Ventures

Forum Ventures provides up to ₹9Cr in pre-seed equity investment for B2B SaaS and AI startups. The program offers strategic guidance, operational support, and a rich network.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP SaaS & Software ₹1 Crore+

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₹2.5CrUp to

HP Udgam Cohort 2025 (Round-1) by HPCL

by Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL)

HPCL's startup investment program offering CCPS funding up to ₹2.5Cr for early-stage startups in energy, sustainability & digital solutions. Apply by Aug 15, 2025.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (15 Aug 2025)

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₹5CrUp to

KrishiTech Synapse 2026 by IHFC, IIT Delhi

by IHFC, IIT Delhi

IHFC, IIT Delhi offers R&D grants up to ₹5 crore for deep-tech agricultural innovations.

Equity-Free ₹1 Crore+

Closed (15 May 2026)

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₹5Cr – ₹200CrRange

BIRAC–RDI Fund – Research, Development & Innovation Fund

by BIRAC

Deep-tech biotech co-investment fund for TRL 4+ Indian entities.

Government ₹1 Crore+

Closed (31 Mar 2026)

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₹1.5CrUp to

SIDBI Seed Fund Programme at TIDES IIT Roorkee

by TIDES, IIT Roorkee

SIDBI Seed Fund at TIDES IIT Roorkee provides up to ₹1.5Cr grant for defence and deep-tech startups incubated at TIDES.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (28 Feb 2026)

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₹24L – ₹1.2CrRange

Innovate For Tomorrow Impact Accelerator 2025 by Dubai Holding

by Dubai Holding

Dubai Holding's accelerator offering ₹24L–₹1.2Cr cash prizes and pilot funding for circular economy scale-ups.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (25 Nov 2025)

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₹1CrUp to

Meta Pragati AI for Impact Program by The Delta

by the^delta

Meta Pragati AI for Impact is a 12-month program by The Delta offering up to ₹1Cr in grant funding and non-financial support for Indian nonprofits with AI/tech-driven solutions.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (31 Dec 2025)

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₹2CrUp to

Grant for Agroecology Program (GAP) Fund – Challenge Round 6 by ACCESS Development Services

by ACCESS Development Services

GAP Fund – Challenge Round 6 offers grants up to ₹2Cr for agroecology enterprises. Open to POEs and MSEs pan-India with 30% co-funding and 2 years of operation.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (17 Dec 2025)

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₹1CrUp to

BIRAC LEAP Fund at Venture Center

under BIRAC LEAP Fund (Leveraging & Accelerating Pharmaceutical Innovations) · by Venture Center

Equity funding up to ₹1Cr for deep-tech/biotech startups under BIRAC LEAP at Venture Center.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (27 Feb 2026)

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₹1.5CrUp to

iDEX DISC 12 (Re-Open) – IAF

under iDEX (Innovations for Defence Excellence) · by Defence Innovation Organisation

Up to ₹1.5 crore for IAF helicopter glide path landing system.

Government Competition ₹1 Crore+

Closed (9 Mar 2026)

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₹5Cr – ₹50CrRange

MAHA MedTech Mission: Product Development and Commercialization Funding

by Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)

Government of India grant of ₹5-50 crore for indigenous medical device & IVD development, requiring proof-of-concept (TRL-3+) and no equity.

Government ₹1 Crore+

Closed (7 Nov 2025)

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₹1Cr – ₹10CrRange

LeapFWD - PropTech & ConTech Accelerator Program by India Accelerator

by India Accelerator

A four-month accelerator for early- and growth-stage PropTech & ConTech startups, offering up to ₹10 Cr investment potential and strategic industry linkages.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (20 Nov 2025)

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Grant

₹25CrUp to

ADITI 2.0 (Acing Development of Innovative Technologies with iDEX) - Defence Grant

under iDEX (Innovations for Defence Excellence) · by Defence Innovation Organisation

MoD-iDEX grants up to ₹25Cr for startups and MSMEs to develop cutting-edge defence technologies, such as Adaptive Camouflage, supporting Atmanirbhar Bharat.

Government ₹1 Crore+

Closed (30 Oct 2025)

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₹5L – ₹1CrRange

Venture Challenge 9.0

by AIC Shiv Nadar University

Venture Challenge 9.0 by AIC Shiv Nadar University offers 9-month hybrid incubation, grants of ₹5L–₹1Cr, mentorship, investor connects, and demo day access for early-stage and scaling startups.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (7 Mar 2026)

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Grant

₹1CrUp to

DST–NIDHI Seed Support Scheme (SSS) at IIMK LIVE

under NIDHI-SSS (Seed Support System) · by IIMK LIVE

DST-backed seed grant up to ₹1Cr for early-stage startups incubated at IIMK LIVE in Kozhikode. Milestone-based disbursement.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (25 Feb 2026)

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₹4.5Cr – ₹9CrRange

Avinya Ventures Pitch Day

by T-Hub

In-person equity pitch day at T-Hub Hyderabad for seed to Series A startups in deep tech, climate, AI, and more. Up to ₹9Cr funding.

Government ₹1 Crore+

Closed (10 Feb 2026)

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Equity

₹2.5CrUp to

HP Udgam Cohort 2025 Round-II

by Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL)

HPCL's flagship startup support initiative offering equity funding up to ₹2.5 crore for early-stage startups in energy, oil & gas, and digital innovation.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (28 Feb 2026)

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Grant

₹1CrUp to

I-DAPT HUB Incubation Cohort 3 , IIT (BHU) Varanasi

by I-DAPT HUB Foundation, IIT (BHU) Varanasi

Grants up to ₹1 Cr + IIT BHU incubation for AI, IoT, robotics, and DAPT startups across India.

Equity-Free ₹1 Crore+

Closed (31 May 2026)

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₹2.4CrUp to

SAAF Cities 2.0 Program by Villgro

by Villgro

Deployment-ready grants for startups tackling urban waste and wastewater challenges in Indian cities, with a focus on working with Urban Local Bodies.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (20 Jan 2026)

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Grant

₹2CrUp to

iCreate Drone Challenge 2025

by iCreate

iCreate Drone Challenge 2025 is a national deep-tech initiative offering up to ₹2Cr grant to accelerate drone innovations across two tracks: Aerial Excellence and Component Indigenisation.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (25 Nov 2025)

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Grant

₹2.2CrUp to

Global Citizen Prize: Cisco Youth Leadership Award 2026

by Global Citizen

A global grant of USD 250,000 for young leaders aged 18-30 using technology to advance the UN Global Goals.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (17 Dec 2025)

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Grant

₹3CrUp to

AI for Fintech Accelerator by SanchiConnect

by SanchiConnect

A 24-week accelerator for 4-6 AI fintech startups offering up to ₹3cr investment and fast-track term sheets.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (16 Dec 2025)

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Equity

₹4CrUp to

Antler India AI Residency – 2nd Edition by Antler India

by Antler India

A three-week high-intensity residency for AI founders to build global companies from day zero, with up to ₹4Cr fast-tracked investment.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (19 Feb 2026)

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Grant

₹18CrUp to

Chiratae Sonic DeepTech Program

by Chiratae Ventures

Chiratae Sonic DeepTech Program offers up to ₹18Cr funding in 48 hours for bold DeepTech founders in India.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (1 Feb 2026)

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Grant

₹1.5CrUp to

Defence India Startup Challenge 14 (DISC 14) - Defence Innovation Organisation

by Defence Innovation Organisation

Defence India Startup Challenge 14 offers grants up to ₹1.5 crore for startups and MSMEs solving 82 military problem statements.

Government ₹1 Crore+

Closed (4 May 2026)

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Grant

₹8.5CrUp to

FutureX AI – Campus Fund (2nd Edition) by Campus Fund, Google Cloud

by Campus Fund

Investment platform and accelerator contest for student-led AI startups.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (10 Apr 2026)

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Grant

₹1.1CrUp to

the^delta Incubator 2026 Cohort

by the^delta

Incubator for early-stage nonprofit social entrepreneurs in India focused on livelihoods.

Equity-Free ₹1 Crore+

Closed (15 May 2026)

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Grant

₹18CrUp to

Accel Atoms AI Cohort 2026 Pre-Seed Scaling Program

by Accel

Accel Atoms AI Cohort 2026 is a 3-month pre-seed program offering up to $2M in funding, mentorship, and Google AI resources for AI-first startups founded by Indians or Indian-origin entrepreneurs, with applications closing on 2026-01-26.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (26 Jan 2026)

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Grant

₹25CrUp to

ADITI 4.0 Challenge Grant Program - iDEX

under iDEX (Innovations for Defence Excellence) · by Defence Innovation Organisation

A defence deeptech grant program by iDEX, offering up to ₹25 crore to startups and MSMEs developing innovative solutions for military challenges.

Government ₹1 Crore+

Closed (4 May 2026)

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Equity

₹1.5CrUp to

FITT Investment Fund & SIDBI DeepTech Acceleration Program

by FITT, IIT Delhi

FITT IIT Delhi and SIDBI offer up to ₹1.5Cr equity funding plus a 6-month deep-tech accelerator for DPIIT-recognized startups with IP and TRL 4+.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (14 Dec 2025)

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₹2.5CrUp to

Tamil Nadu LangTech Startup Fund

by StartupTN

Grant of up to ₹2.5Cr for Tamil language tech startups using AI, NLP, or ML, supported by StartupTN and Tamil Virtual Academy.

Government ₹1 Crore+

Closed (7 Jan 2026)

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₹25L – ₹1CrRange

NIDHI-SSS (Seed Support System) at riidl Somaiya Vidyavihar University

under NIDHI-SSS (Seed Support System) · by RIIDL, Somaiya Vidyavihar University

Equity-based seed funding up to ₹1Cr for startups at riidl Somaiya Vidyavihar University, with a total corpus of ₹10Cr.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (30 Nov 2025)

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Grant

₹10L – ₹15CrRange

SIDBI Seed Fund Programme for iDEX-Supported Startups

under iDEX (Innovations for Defence Excellence) · by Ministry of MSME

Seed funding for iDEX-referred defence startups incubating at SIIC IIT Kanpur, offering ₹10L–₹15Cr via equity/equity-like instruments.

Government ₹1 Crore+

Closed (20 Jul 2025)

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₹2CrUp to

AI & AgriTech Innovation Center - Track 2: Pilot & Validation

by AI & AgriTech Innovation Center

Grant up to ₹2Cr for field testing and validation of AI-based agri solutions in Maharashtra.

Government ₹1 Crore+

Closed (15 Dec 2025)

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Grant

₹1CrUp to

KIIT-TBI Incubation LaunchPad 2026

by KIIT-TBI

Incubation programme with funding support up to ₹1 Cr for ClimateTech, MedTech, AI and Biotech startups.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (15 May 2026)

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Equity

₹5CrUp to

Elevate - BPCL Ankur Fund Startup Cohort

by BPCL

BPCL's equity funding program for early-stage startups innovating in green tech and cybersecurity for Oil & Gas.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (9 Dec 2025)

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Equity

₹25L – ₹2CrRange

DISHA 2.0 Grand Challenge for Digital Healthcare at IITI DRISHTI CPS Foundation

by IITI DRISHTI CPS Foundation

DISHA 2.0 by IITI DRISHTI CPS Foundation funds deep-tech digital healthcare startups and academic projects with ₹25L–₹2Cr in exchange for equity. Apply by Oct 31, 2025.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (31 Oct 2025)

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Grant

₹10L – ₹5CrRange

Promotion of Research and Innovation in Pharma MedTech sector (PRIP)

by Department of Pharmaceuticals

A government grant scheme by the Department of Pharmaceuticals to boost R&D in pharma and medical devices for startups and MSMEs, with up to ₹5 crore funding.

Government ₹1 Crore+

Closed (10 Nov 2025)

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Grant

₹1CrUp to

ELEVATE NXT 2026 Deeptech Grant-in-Aid Program

under ELEVATE Karnataka · by KBITS, Government of Karnataka

ELEVATE NXT 2026 is a Deeptech grant-in-aid program by the Government of Karnataka under the LEAP framework, offering up to ₹1 Cr to high-potential startups with societal impact.

Government ₹1 Crore+

Closed (24 Feb 2026)

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Grant

₹1CrUp to

Wadhwani Innovation Network CoE Call for Proposals 2026

by Wadhwani Foundation

Up to ₹1Cr for TRL-4+ deeptech startups with IIT Hyderabad collaboration

₹1 Crore+

Closed (31 Mar 2026)

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Grant

₹4.5CrUp to

Y Combinator Summer 2026 Batch Accelerator

by Y Combinator

Renowned global accelerator providing early funding and mentorship to early-stage startups.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (4 May 2026)

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Competition

₹8.5L – ₹2.1CrRange

Moonshots for Development (M4D) Open Innovation Challenge

by IFAD

An open innovation challenge by IFAD and partners for growth-stage enterprises in agritech, climate, and rural development sectors.

Competition ₹1 Crore+

Closed (30 Mar 2026)

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₹2.3CrUp to

Entrepreneurs First (EF) Bangalore Fall 26

by Entrepreneurs First (EF)

For individuals seeking co-founders and deeptech/AI ideas, building companies from scratch in Bangalore.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (1 May 2026)

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Competition

₹10CrUp to

iDEX Prime Re Open

under iDEX (Innovations for Defence Excellence) · by Defence Innovation Organisation

Up to ₹10 crore for IAF deep-tech defence challenges.

Government Competition ₹1 Crore+

Closed (9 Mar 2026)

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Grant

₹2.5CrUp to

Avaana – Startup India Grand Challenge for Deep Tech Innovation 2025-26

by Avaana Capital

National deep-tech innovation challenge offering grants up to ₹2.5Cr, mentorship, and ecosystem access for frontier technology startups.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (23 Feb 2026)

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Grant

₹1.5CrUp to

PIEDS SIDBI iDEX Fund - BITS Pilani PIEDS

under iDEX (Innovations for Defence Excellence) · by PIEDS

Funding up to ₹1.5 crore for DPIIT-recognised Indian startups that have won an iDEX challenge and focus on defence technology.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (31 Mar 2026)

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Grant

₹5CrUp to

SBC Sprint2Frontier Acceleration Program 2026

by Startupbootcamp India

A 13-week acceleration program by Startupbootcamp India for pre-Series A DeepTech, Defense, Climate, and AI startups.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (30 Apr 2026)

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Grant

₹1CrUp to

IIT Tirupati TIH Deep Tech Technology Development Projects (TDP) – 2026

by IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation

IIT Tirupati-TIH deeptech grant: up to ₹1Cr for advancing TRL 2–4 to TRL 5–6 within 12–18 months.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (9 Mar 2026)

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Grant

₹5L – ₹1CrRange

IndiaAI Intelligent Document Processing Challenge

by IndiaAI

National challenge to build an AI engine for document processing; grants of ₹5L–₹1Cr for selected teams.

Government ₹1 Crore+

Closed (23 Dec 2025)

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Competition

₹2CrUp to

AI-Based Early Childhood Development (ECD) Innovation Challenge

by Women Development & Child Welfare Department, AP

Up to ₹2Cr grant/contract for DPIIT-recognised innovators building AI solutions for early childhood development in Andhra Pradesh.

Government Competition ₹1 Crore+

Closed (4 Mar 2026)

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Grant

₹2CrUp to

AI Impact Summit 2026 Pre-Summit Event: Call for Proposals by AI4India & IHFC

by IHFC, IIT Delhi

Call for proposals by AI4India & IHFC for AI startups showcasing at AI Impact Summit 2026. Selected teams may get incubation and funding up to ₹2Cr.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (24 Dec 2025)

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Grant

₹1CrUp to

THT Conservation Grant for Critical Habitats 2026

by The Habitats Trust

Funding for Indian organisations conserving lesser-known species and critical habitats, up to ₹1Cr over three years.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (11 Feb 2026)

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Grant

₹2CrUp to

AI-Based Early Childhood Development (ECD) Innovation Challenge

by Ratan Tata Innovation Hub (RTIH)

A Government of Andhra Pradesh challenge offering up to ₹2Cr for AI solutions improving early childhood development (0-6 years) in the ICDS ecosystem.

Government ₹1 Crore+

Closed (22 Feb 2026)

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Grant

₹5CrUp to

IHFC–India Accelerator MedTech Impact Call 2026

by IHFC, IIT Delhi

Up to ₹5 Crore for MedTech and healthcare startups with scalable solutions, backed by IHFC, IIT Delhi, and India Accelerator.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (8 Apr 2026)

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Grant

₹5L – ₹10CrRange

DRISHTI Challenges - Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs)

by Defence Public Sector Undertakings

DPSU-led defence innovation challenges for deeptech and hardware startups

Government ₹1 Crore+

Closed (4 May 2026)

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Grant

₹1CrUp to

FinNest 1.0 Fintech Acceleration Program at IIML EIC

by IIM Lucknow Enterprise Incubation Centre

Fintech accelerator by IIM Lucknow EIC & HDFC Bank offering up to ₹1Cr grant for Agritech, Climate & Sustainability startups.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (15 Jan 2026)

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Grant

₹2.2CrUp to

GCI-BIRAC Vaginal Health Formulation Innovation Grant

under BIRAC Grand Challenges India (GCI) · by BIRAC

GCI-BIRAC Vaginal Health Formulation Innovation Grant supports transformative women's health innovation for Indian women of reproductive age with milestone-based funding up to ₹2.2Cr.

Government ₹1 Crore+

Closed (16 Dec 2025)

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Grant

₹2.5CrUp to

AI by HER: The Impact Challenge for Women in AI

by IndiaAI

A global challenge for women-led teams to build AI solutions for public good, offering up to ₹2.5 Crore in grants.

Government ₹1 Crore+

Closed (31 Oct 2025)

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Competition

₹1.5CrUp to

iDEX DISC 12 Re-Open: Inflight Urination Device for Female Fighter Pilots

by Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX)

iDEX DISC 12 Re-Open offers grants up to ₹1.5 crore for developing an inflight urination device for female fighter pilots, supporting MSMEs, startups, and innovators.

Equity-Free Government Competition ₹1 Crore+

Closed (15 Jul 2026)

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₹27.5L – ₹1.1CrRange

Exim Bank Ubharte Sitaare Programme at FITT, IIT Delhi

by FITT, IIT Delhi

FITT, IIT Delhi invites applications for equity/equity-linked investments under Exim Bank's Ubharte Sitaare Programme for Indian startups with strong export potential.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (10 Jul 2026)

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Competition

₹9CrUp to

Entrepreneurship World Cup 2026

by Global Entrepreneurship Network

Global pitch competition with $1M in equity-free cash prizes across idea, early, and growth-stage tracks — open to Indian founders.

Equity-Free International Competition ₹1 Crore+

Closed (31 May 2026)

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Equity

₹20L – ₹1CrRange

NIDHI-SSS (Seed Support System) at VentureStudio, Ahmedabad University

under NIDHI-SSS (Seed Support System) · by Ahmedabad University

NIDHI-SSS by DST provides early-stage funding up to ₹1Cr via CCDs to Indian startups for prototype-to-market transition.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (10 Jul 2026)

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Competition

₹9CrUp to

Startup World Cup 2026 — Bangalore Regional

by Pegasus Tech Ventures

The Bangalore regional qualifier for Startup World Cup, offering Indian founders a chance to compete for a ₹9.3 crore investment at the Grand Finale in Silicon Valley.

Equity-Free Competition ₹1 Crore+

Closed (10 Jul 2026)

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Grant

₹1CrUp to

ICMR – Gates Foundation Grand Challenge: Development of Aspirational Nutrient-Dense Food Products for Adolescent Girls and Women of Reproductive Age (WRA) to Prevent Anaemia

by Indian Council of Medical Research

ICMR and Gates Foundation invite applications for a Grand Challenge grant up to ₹1 Crore to develop nutrient-dense food products that help prevent anaemia in adolescent girls and women of reproductive age.

Equity-Free Government ₹1 Crore+

Closed (15 Jul 2026)

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Grant

₹2.1CrUp to

UNHCR Innovation Accelerator 2026

by UNHCR

The UNHCR Innovation Accelerator is a global, equity-free grant program supporting pilot-proven innovations ready to scale and create sustainable impact for refugee, displaced, and stateless communities worldwide.

Equity-Free Government International ₹1 Crore+

Closed (12 Jul 2026)

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Grant

₹1.5CrUp to

DBS Foundation Grant Application Form 2026

by DBS Foundation

DBS Foundation offers grants up to SGD 250,000 (approx. ₹1.54 crore) to innovative social enterprises and SMEs in Asia, focusing on essential needs and financial inclusion.

Equity-Free International ₹1 Crore+

Closed (13 Jul 2026)

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Competition

₹9CrUp to

Entrepreneurship World Cup 2026

by Global Entrepreneurship Network

One of the world's largest startup pitch competitions — $1,000,000 in cash prizes across Idea, Early, and Growth stages, open to founders globally.

Equity-Free Competition ₹1 Crore+

Closed (31 May 2026)

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Grant

₹50L – ₹5CrRange

HCLTech Grant — Edition XII

by HCL Foundation

HCLTech Grant is a CSR initiative by HCLTech that awards financial grants of up to ₹5 Crore to NGOs committed to transformative rural development across Water, Biodiversity, Health, and Education sectors in India.

Equity-Free ₹1 Crore+

Closed (5 Jul 2026)

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Competition

₹1.4CrUp to

Smart Global Grains Trade Challenge 2026 (SGGT Challenge)

by International Grains Council

Global innovation challenge by IGC and IMEAA for tech solutions in grains trade digitalisation with US$150,000 prize pool.

Equity-Free Competition ₹1 Crore+

Closed (7 May 2026)

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Competition

₹1.5CrUp to

Defence India Startup Challenge 12 (Re-Open): Development of Inflight Urination Device for Female Fighter Pilots

by Defence Innovation Organisation

iDEX DISC 12 offers grants up to ₹1.5 Crore to MSMEs, startups, and innovators for developing an inflight urination device for female fighter pilots, addressing a critical combat requirement by AFMS.

Equity-Free Government Competition ₹1 Crore+

Closed (15 Jul 2026)

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Competition

₹10CrUp to

PW AI Startup Challenge 2026

by PhysicsWallah - School of Startups

PhysicsWallah's two-day AI pitch competition with ₹10 Cr fund pool for startups and students.

Equity-Free Competition ₹1 Crore+

Closed (28 Jun 2026)

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Equity

₹25L – ₹1CrRange

SIDBI Seed Fund Programme at SINE, IIT Bombay (Incubatees only)

by SINE, IIT Bombay

Equity/CCPS seed funding (₹25L–₹1Cr) from SIDBI, exclusively for startups incubated at SINE, IIT Bombay. DPIIT recognized and non-financial sector.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (25 Jun 2026)

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Equity

₹10L – ₹1.5CrRange

SIDBI-iDEX Seed Fund Programme at SINE, IIT Bombay

by SINE, IIT Bombay

Equity seed funding (₹10L–₹1.5Cr) for iDEX challenge-winner MSMEs/startups in defence and related sectors, implemented by SINE IIT Bombay.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (25 Jun 2026)

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Equity

₹1CrUp to

IITB-IoE Seed Fund at SINE, IIT Bombay

by SINE, IIT Bombay

Equity/equity-linked seed funding up to ₹1 crore for IIT Bombay-associated technology startups to accelerate product development and go-to-market.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (25 Jun 2026)

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Equity

₹1CrUp to

DST-NIDHI Seed Support Programme at SINE, IIT Bombay

under NIDHI-SSP (Seed Support Program) · by SINE, IIT Bombay

SINE IIT Bombay's NIDHI Seed Support (NIDHI-SSP) call: equity/CCPS seed funding up to ₹1 crore for DPIIT-recognised startups for prototyping, product trials and commercialization.

₹1 Crore+

Closed (25 Jun 2026)

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Equity

₹2.0CrUp to