iCreate
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iCreate

iCreate is an incubator with 2 startup funding programmes on startupfunds. Browse every opportunity below, with eligibility, amounts and how to apply.

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Quick answer

iCreate runs 2 startup funding programs listed on startupfunds, spanning grant funding ₹2L – ₹2Cr. 1 is accepting applications right now.

Programs listed
2 (1 open now)
Funding types
Grant
Funding amount
₹2L – ₹2Cr
Provider type
Incubator
Sectors funded
saas & software and deeptech
Eligible stage
idea-stage and prototype / mvp
Geography
Startups registered in India
Equity-free
Some programs take no equity

About iCreate

iCreate operates as a technology incubator. It is Government Backed. This organisation has been recognised as a National Award-winning entity. Further details about iCreate are available on its website, https://icreate.org.in.

What iCreate funds

Filters that match iCreate's programs — tap one to see every grant in that category.

Idea-StagePrototype / MVPSaaS & SoftwareDeeptechEquity-FreeStudent EntrepreneursGujaratUnder ₹50 Lakh₹1 Crore+

Active programs from iCreate

Past & closed programs

Recently closed — many run again, so they're worth tracking for the next cohort.

Grant
₹2CrUp to

iCreate Drone Challenge 2025

by iCreate

iCreate Drone Challenge 2025 is a national deep-tech initiative offering up to ₹2Cr grant to accelerate drone innovations across two tracks: Aerial Excellence and Component Indigenisation.

₹1 Crore+
Closed (25 Nov 2025)
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Frequently asked questions

What founders ask about funding from iCreate.

How many funding programs does iCreate offer?
iCreate currently lists 2 startup funding programs on startupfunds, of which 1 is open to applications right now. New cohorts are added as iCreate announces them.
What type of funding does iCreate provide?
iCreate backs startups through grant funding, and some of its programs are equity-free (no equity is taken in return). Funding is typically ₹2L – ₹2Cr.
How much funding can a startup get from iCreate?
iCreate's programs offer ₹2L – ₹2Cr. The exact amount depends on the specific program, stage and your startup's needs.
Who is eligible for iCreate funding?
iCreate's programs are open to startups registered in India, typically at the idea-stage and prototype / mvp stage, across saas & software and deeptech. Each program lists its own eligibility — check the one you're interested in below.
How do I apply to iCreate programs?
Pick the iCreate program you're interested in from the list below to see its eligibility, funding amount, deadline and step-by-step how-to-apply guide. Applications are submitted through iCreate's official channels; you can also reach their official site from the top of this page.

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