AIC T-Hub Healthcare Program Cohort 6

The AIC T-Hub Healthcare Program is a flagship initiative in its 6th cohort, powered by the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) in partnership with T-Hub Foundation. Its mission is to catalyze innovation in India's healthcare and life sciences sectors by supporting DeepTech startups. The program focuses on companies leveraging AI, AR/VR, IoT, and Blockchain to build transformative solutions. It targets startups with a validated Minimum Viable Product (MVP) to accelerate commercialization. Participants gain access to a global network of mentors, investors, industry experts, and a curated ecosystem of service providers and entrepreneurs. The program helps refine business and product plans, deepen market understanding, and prepare for market entry. It addresses critical healthcare challenges like data digitization, early disease detection, non-invasive medical devices, capacity building, hospital and patient care systems, telemedicine, and AI-powered diagnostics, aiming to improve accessibility, efficiency, and quality across India.

• Zero equity—founders retain 100% ownership
• 12-week intensive accelerator program
• Focus on DeepTech healthcare and life sciences
• Direct access to hospital and government pilot projects
• Mentorship from industry leaders and experts
• Investor connections and fundraising support

To be eligible, your startup must be a DeepTech company in healthcare or life sciences, incorporated and operating in India. You must have a ready and validated Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and be in the growth/acceleration and product commercialization stage. A minimum of 2 founders is required. The startup must have received at least ₹50 lakhs in prior funding or be generating equivalent revenue. A minimum Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR) of ₹1 lakh is preferred. You should be actively looking to grow and engage with the program.

AIC T-Hub Healthcare Program Cohort 6 is open to startups at any stage. It is open to startups registered anywhere in India.

Applications for AIC T-Hub Healthcare Program Cohort 6 are open and the current deadline is 10 Aug 2026. Applications are closing soon, so prepare your documents early. Deadlines can change — always reconfirm on the official source before submitting.

The AIC T-Hub Healthcare Program offers substantial non-monetary benefits on a zero-equity basis—founders retain full ownership. Participants receive access to the healthcare ecosystem, including direct pathways to hospital and government pilot projects for real-world validation. Comprehensive mentorship from healthcare and life sciences experts is provided, along with connections to investor networks, High Net Worth Individuals (HNIs), and financial institutions for fundraising. Startups also gain access to T-Hub's extensive network, global university tech and research facilities, and information on government grants and CSR funding opportunities. The 12-week curriculum includes workshops on product readiness, sales, financial planning, and compliance.

AIC T-Hub Healthcare Program Cohort 6 is offered by T-Hub, a government body. As a government-backed grant, it is publicly funded and open to eligible startups across India. You can verify current details and timelines on the provider's official website before applying.

Applications are rigorously evaluated by a panel of experts from T-Hub, Atal Innovation Mission, and healthcare/life sciences industry. Key criteria include the founding team's strength and complementary skills, relevant background, and a strong advisory board. Applicants must be incorporated, operating in India, with a technology-driven solution (software or hardware) for health or life sciences. A ready and validated MVP is mandatory, indicating readiness for commercialization. Startups must have secured at least ₹50 lakhs in prior funding or equivalent revenue, showing early traction. The committee also assesses active commitment to growth and engagement. Shortlisted teams may be invited for discussions, presentations, or interviews to delve deeper into their vision and execution.

Before you apply to AIC T-Hub Healthcare Program Cohort 6, keep the following documents ready:

• A pitch deck or short business plan describing the problem, product and traction
• Company registration documents and PAN
• Founder identification (PAN / Aadhaar) and brief profiles
• Recent financial statements or projections
• Product details — a demo, prototype or working link if available

Exact requirements are confirmed on the official application portal — treat this as a preparation checklist.