Fortify to Scale Grand Challenge by Bharat Impact
A national nutrition-focused grand challenge offering up to ₹2.5L in grant funding, mentorship, and support for startups in nutraceuticals, fortified foods, and dietary supplements.
- Funding amount
- ₹2.5L (grant)
- Funding type
- Grant
- Provider
- Bharat Impact Incubation Centre (NGO/Foundation)
- Application deadline
- Closed (25 Dec 2025)
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
Fortify to Scale is a national grand challenge under the Bharat Startup Grand Challenge, focused on nutrition and powered by Jubilant Ingrevia Limited. The program is run by the Bharat Impact Incubation Centre and aims to empower startups working in nutraceuticals, fortified foods, functional foods, and dietary supplements. It supports ventures that address India's massive nutrition gap by helping them scale safely and scientifically.
Selected startups gain access to technical expertise, compliance support, labs, manufacturing facilities, market linkages, and institutional buyers. The program also offers opportunities for grants, investment, mentorship, and global partnerships. It serves as a growth platform for startups striving to deliver science-backed nutrition solutions aligned with global standards.
Highlights
- Grant funding up to ₹2.5L for nutrition-focused startups
- Powered by Jubilant Ingrevia Limited and Bharat Impact ecosystem
- Open to startups in nutraceuticals, fortified foods, functional foods, and dietary supplements
- Access to labs, manufacturing facilities, and compliance support
- Opportunities for mentorship, investment, and global partnerships
- Application deadline: 2025-12-25
Who can apply
Startups must be in nutraceuticals, fortified foods, functional foods, or dietary supplements. Companies should have existing products and revenue, be ready to scale, and have teams committed to both public health impact and commercial growth. Ventures must align with FSSAI fortification standards and global nutrition goals.
Fortify to Scale Grand Challenge by Bharat Impact is open to startups at any stage. It is open to startups registered anywhere in India.
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Deadline & timing
The most recent application window for Fortify to Scale Grand Challenge by Bharat Impact closed on 25 Dec 2025. Many programmes run repeat cohorts, so it is worth checking the official site for the next round.
What the funding covers
- Grant funding of up to ₹2.5L
- Access to technical expertise and compliance support
- Use of labs and manufacturing facilities
- Market linkages and access to institutional buyers
- Mentorship, investment opportunities, and global partnerships
- Onboarding into the Fortify to Scale cohort
About the provider
Fortify to Scale Grand Challenge by Bharat Impact is offered by Bharat Impact Incubation Centre, a non-profit foundation. It is delivered directly by Bharat Impact Incubation Centre as a grant. You can verify current details and timelines on the provider's official website before applying.
How to apply
Applications are submitted on the official portal. Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.
Selection process
- Submit the online application through the official portal.
- Applications are screened for alignment with nutrition, fortification, and scale-readiness.
- Shortlisted startups undergo evaluation based on product readiness, compliance alignment, and market potential.
- Final selection is followed by onboarding, mentorship, technical support, and access to facilities.
- Selected startups become part of the Fortify to Scale cohort with opportunities for grants & investments.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to Fortify to Scale Grand Challenge by Bharat Impact, 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.
Who this is best for
Fortify to Scale Grand Challenge by Bharat Impact is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹2.5L. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
How much funding is offered?
The program offers grant funding of up to ₹2.5 lakhs.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline for applications is December 25, 2025.
Who is eligible to apply?
Startups in nutraceuticals, fortified foods, functional foods, or dietary supplements with existing products and revenue, ready to scale, and committed to public health impact and commercial growth. Ventures must align with FSSAI fortification standards and global nutrition goals.
Is DPIIT or MSME registration required?
The program does not explicitly require DPIIT or MSME registration based on the provided information.
Does the program take equity?
The program offers a grant, which is non-dilutive, meaning no equity is taken.
What documents are needed to apply?
The specific documents are not listed, but the application is submitted online through the official portal and screened for alignment with nutrition, fortification, and scale-readiness.
How do I apply?
You can apply through the official portal at https://bharatimpact.accubate.app/ext/form/14550/1/apply?source=startupgrantsindia.com&medium=startupgrantsindia.com
What support do selected startups receive?
Selected startups get access to technical expertise, compliance support, labs, manufacturing facilities, market linkages, institutional buyers, mentorship, investment opportunities, and global partnerships.
Is there a geographical restriction?
No, the program is a national grand challenge open to startups across India.
Who offers Fortify to Scale Grand Challenge by Bharat Impact?
Fortify to Scale Grand Challenge by Bharat Impact is offered by Bharat Impact Incubation Centre, a non-profit foundation. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.
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