Pfizer INDovation 2025
Pfizer's flagship MedTech accelerator offering ₹60L grant, mentorship, clinical validation, and pilot deployment for 14 healthtech startups.
- Funding amount
- ₹60L (grant)
- Funding type
- Grant
- Provider
- Pfizer India (Corporate)
- Application deadline
- Closed (30 Sept 2025)
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
Pfizer INDovation 2025 is a flagship MedTech initiative by Pfizer India, in collaboration with FITT (Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer) and Social Alpha. It is supported by key government bodies including NITI Aayog and DPIIT. The program aims to accelerate 14 startups towards market readiness by providing grant funding, mentorship, clinical validation, and pilot deployment opportunities. It focuses on innovative, affordable, and scalable healthcare solutions that address India's pressing challenges in non-communicable diseases (NCDs), oncology, brain health, maternal and child health, and immunisation. Selected startups will undergo an 18-month engagement and incubation period with a customized acceleration calendar.
Highlights
- Grant funding of up to ₹60 lakhs for 14 selected startups
- Focused on NCDs, Oncology, Brain Health, Maternal & Child Health, and Immunisation
- Collaboration with Pfizer, FITT, Social Alpha, NITI Aayog, and DPIIT
- Open to startups with TRL 4-5 (clinical study-ready prototype) or TRL 8 (market-ready with regulatory approval)
- Includes mentorship, clinical validation, and pilot deployment opportunities
- 18-month customized acceleration program
Who can apply
The program is open to startups with a clinical study-ready prototype (Technology Readiness Level 4-5) or a market-ready product with regulatory approval (TRL 8). Solutions must address key healthcare challenges in areas such as NCDs, Oncology, Brain Health, Maternal & Child Health, and Immunisation. Applicants should be developing innovative, affordable, scalable, and patentable technologies that improve access to screening, diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment.
Pfizer INDovation 2025 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 Pfizer INDovation 2025 closed on 30 Sept 2025. Many programmes run repeat cohorts, so it is worth checking the official site for the next round.
What the funding covers
Selected startups receive grant funding of up to ₹60 lakhs. Additionally, they gain access to mentorship, clinical validation support, and pilot deployment opportunities. The 18-month program provides a customized acceleration calendar for each startup.
About the provider
Pfizer INDovation 2025 is offered by Pfizer India, a corporate programme. It is delivered directly by Pfizer India 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
- Apply Online: Submit the application through the official program link.
- Evaluation: A Grand Jury evaluates applications in November 2025.
- Results: Results are declared shortly after the jury round.
- Program Start: The 18-month engagement and incubation period begins with a customized acceleration calendar for each selected startup.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to Pfizer INDovation 2025, 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
Pfizer INDovation 2025 is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹60L. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
How much funding is offered under Pfizer INDovation 2025?
Selected startups receive grant funding of up to ₹60 lakhs.
What is the application deadline for Pfizer INDovation 2025?
The deadline to apply is September 30, 2025.
What stages of startups are eligible for this program?
Startups with a clinical study-ready prototype (TRL 4-5) or a market-ready product with regulatory approval (TRL 8) are eligible.
Which sectors does the program focus on?
The program addresses healthcare challenges in non-communicable diseases (NCDs), oncology, brain health, maternal and child health, and immunisation.
Does the program take equity?
The funding is provided as a grant, which is non-dilutive and does not require giving up equity.
What kind of support does the program offer besides funding?
Selected startups receive mentorship, clinical validation support, pilot deployment opportunities, and an 18-month customized acceleration program.
How are applications evaluated?
Applications are evaluated by a Grand Jury in November 2025, with results declared shortly after.
How many startups are selected?
The program aims to accelerate 14 startups.
Is DPIIT or MSME registration required to apply?
The eligibility criteria do not specify a requirement for DPIIT or MSME registration.
How can I apply for Pfizer INDovation 2025?
Applications are submitted online via the official program link: https://indovation25.innovatealpha.org?utm_source=startupgrantsindia.com
Who is eligible to apply for Pfizer INDovation 2025?
Pfizer INDovation 2025 is open to startups at any stage. It is open to startups registered anywhere in India.
Who offers Pfizer INDovation 2025?
Pfizer INDovation 2025 is offered by Pfizer India, a corporate programme. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.
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