AI & AgriTech Innovation Center - Track 1: Discovery & Ideation — Frequently Asked Questions

It's a grant program under the Government of Maharashtra's Maha Agri-AI Policy 2025–2029. Track 1 provides early-stage seed funding to accelerate AI and digital solutions for agricultural challenges, from concept to validated prototype.

The grant offers up to ₹40 Lakhs. It is a grant, so no equity or repayment is required.

The deadline is marked as 2025-12-15.

Innovators, startups, and researchers from public research institutions can apply. The program is open to individuals or teams with early-stage ideas, concepts, proof-of-concepts, or MVPs that have not yet been piloted in real conditions.

Projects that apply AI and data technologies to solve agricultural problems are eligible. The idea must be at an early stage – before any real-world testing. It should show potential impact, feasibility, and scalability.

No, this is a grant. Grants are non-dilutive, meaning you don’t give up equity and don't need to repay the funding.

There is no mention of DPIIT or MSME registration as a requirement for this program.

They receive mentorship and technical guidance to refine their prototypes, plus access to datasets, sandboxes, and other resources from the MahaAgri-AI Center.

You can apply via the online application form at the link provided by the center. Ensure you submit all required details about your idea and team.

Visit the official application page for complete details, or refer to the AI & AgriTech Innovation Center's resources listed under the Government of Maharashtra.

AI & AgriTech Innovation Center - Track 1: Discovery & Ideation is offered by Government of Maharashtra, a government body. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.