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

Phase 1: Proposal Submission – Submit a concept presentation/pitch deck detailing the problem, innovation, TRL, market, and commercialization strategy.

Phase 2 & 3: Presentations & Reviews – Initial presentation to internal reviewers, followed by a Technical Presentation to Internal and External Domain Experts.

Phase 4: External Investment Committee (EIC) Meeting – Final evaluation and presentation to the EIC, which decides the non-negotiable quantum of financial support.

Phase 5: Due Diligence & Documentation – Signing of agreements (Incubation cum Equity Agreement for startups, Sanction Letter for projects).

Phase 7: Fund Disbursement – Funds transferred on a milestone-based schedule to the Host Institute’s account (for projects) or directly to the startup’s bank account.

Reporting – Mandatory quarterly progress reports and participation in scheduled evaluations.