National Design Business Incubator (NDBI)
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National Design Business Incubator (NDBI)

National Design Business Incubator (NDBI) is a government body with 1 startup funding programme on startupfunds. Browse every opportunity below, with eligibility, amounts and how to apply.

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National Design Business Incubator (NDBI) runs 1 startup funding program listed on startupfunds, spanning grant funding. None are open for applications at the moment, but many programs reopen for the next cohort.

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1
Funding types
Grant
Provider type
Government body
Geography
Startups registered in India
Equity-free
Some programs take no equity

About National Design Business Incubator (NDBI)

Design-based incubator at NID Ahmedabad — creating designpreneurs since 2005.

What National Design Business Incubator (NDBI) funds

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Programs from National Design Business Incubator (NDBI)

National Design Business Incubator (NDBI) has no programs open right now — see past programs below, or check back soon.

Past & closed programs

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

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NDBI Incubation Program: Dec '25 Cohort

by National Design Business Incubator (NDBI)

The National Design Business Incubator (NDBI) offers a design-led incubation program for Indian startups at the prototype or MVP stage, which does not take equity and has a ₹15,000 fee.

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Closed (21 May 2026)
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Frequently asked questions

What founders ask about funding from National Design Business Incubator (NDBI).

How many funding programs does National Design Business Incubator (NDBI) offer?
National Design Business Incubator (NDBI) currently lists 1 startup funding program on startupfunds, though none are open for applications at the moment. New cohorts are added as National Design Business Incubator (NDBI) announces them.
What type of funding does National Design Business Incubator (NDBI) provide?
National Design Business Incubator (NDBI) backs startups through grant funding, and some of its programs are equity-free (no equity is taken in return).
How much funding can a startup get from National Design Business Incubator (NDBI)?
Funding amounts vary by program — open any National Design Business Incubator (NDBI) program below to see its exact figure, eligibility and deadline.
How do I apply to National Design Business Incubator (NDBI) programs?
Pick the National Design Business Incubator (NDBI) 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 National Design Business Incubator (NDBI)'s official channels; you can also reach their official site from the top of this page.

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