Startup Grants & Funding Opportunities Feb Version - 2
Curated by Kush Katara

Startup Grants & Funding Opportunities Feb Version - 2


Agriculture

1. Fish Tank- India’s grand Aquaculture Challenge

Host Name: Sathyabama Technology Business Incubator

Description: Promotes innovation in Indian aquaculture, providing a platform for early-stage startups and college students to showcase their ideas.

Eligibility: Early-Stage Startups and College Students

Last Date: February 29th, 2024

Link to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScyx8uCeb701EVeCAsHDgDr_irR4drnQeYvq9JQQmWhw3TjrQ/viewform

Other details: Winners from each category receive a ?1 Lakh cash prize, partnership with Aquaconnect, incubation at Sathyabama TBI, and exclusive startup support.


Automotive

2. Open Automotive Challenge

Host Name: Motion OCP

Description: Invites startups for an open challenge program to foster innovation in the Automotive: ACES sector.

Eligibility: Startups working in Deep Tech & its applications in ACES domain

Last Date: February 29th, 2024

Link to apply: https://innovate.stpinext.in/apply-now/ocp_motion_aces

Other details: Provides infrastructure and support services for prototyping, testing, and marketing.


Circular Economy

3. Plastic-Free Orders Packathon

Host Name: Zomato @Startup India

Description: Invites innovators and entrepreneurs to participate in the Zomato Plastic-Free Orders Packathon.

Eligibility: DPIIT-recognized startups with solutions for food delivery packaging.

Last Date: February 29th, 2024

Link to apply: https://www.startupindia.gov.in/content/sih/en/ams-application/challenge.html?applicationId=65aa30c2e4b0b0f811ce49cf

Other details: Prize money worth ?10 lakhs, ?5 lakhs, and ?3 lakhs to the top three winners.


Climate Change

4. Call for Proposals – Global South

Host Name: Climate Ambition Support Alliance (CASA)

Description: Provides grants for activities that support CASA’s objectives and South-South cooperation.

Eligibility: Legally registered organizations with project delivery experience.

Last Date: February 29th, 2024

Link to apply: [email protected]

Other details: Grants between £20,000 and £100,000.


Deep Tech

5. FASAL Open Challenge Program for “Deep Tech and its Applications” in AgriTech Domain

Host Name: STPI

Description: Invites startups for an open challenge program to foster innovation in Agritech using Deep Tech.

Eligibility: Startups working in Deep Tech & applications in AgriTech domain

Last Date: February 29th, 2024

Link to apply: https://innovate.stpinext.in/apply-now/ocp_fasal_agriculture

Other details: Provides infrastructure, mentoring, funding assistance, IPR services, lab access etc.


Design

6. TITAN “DESIGN IMPACT MOVEMENT”

Host Name: IIT Palakkad Technology IHub Foundation (IPTIF) @IKP EDEN @Titan

Description: Empowers youth to tackle challenges using design thinking. Top ideas get recognition and rewards.

Eligibility: Indian citizens, college students and young professionals aged 16-27 years

Last Date: February 25th, 2024

Link to apply: https://designimpactmovement.titan.in/user/register?utm_source=IITP&utm_medium=IITP&utm_campaign=IITP&utm_id=IITP&utm_term=IITP&utm_content=Email

Other details: Regional grant pitch event for Kerala and Tamil Nadu participants.


Drone

7. Incubation Program- Cohort 3.0

Host Name: IIITD Innovation and Incubation Center

Description: Applications invited for incubation program for drone startups.

Eligibility: Startups

Last Date: February 25th, 2024

Link to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScWB6T6vCLjb6A7JMQ6tNSszVpf3FS0m_LQL9-HEtBY8V35JA/viewform

Other details: Access to drone prototyping lab, design lab, mentoring, seed support upto INR 50 Lakhs.


Education

8. Virtual Centres of Entrepreneurship

Host Name: Startup India

Description: Virtual platforms in HEIs to support student entrepreneurship via ideathons, workshops, pitching events.

Eligibility: Higher Educational Institutions; E-Cell, Incubator

Last Date: February 29th, 2024

Link to apply: https://www.startupindia.gov.in/content/sih/en/ams-application/challenge.html?applicationId=65aa33f2e4b0b0f811ce4c02

Other details: For non-metro cities. Minimum 20 student participants per event.

Energy

9. HDFC Bank Parivartan Startup Accelerator Program

Host Name: AIC - Anna Incubator

Description: For startups working towards sustainable energy solutions.

Eligibility: Startups

Last Date: February 29th, 2024

Link to apply: https://parivartan.accubate.app/ext/form/1729/1/apply

Other details: Grant-in-Aid of up to ?10 Lakhs.

Project code: G0228


10. Energy Scaleup Program

Host Name: EnergyLab

Description: 3 modules over 3 months to support energy sector startups.

Eligibility: Startups with leadership, tech, pilot/customers, scaling potential.

Last Date: February 29th, 2024

Link to apply: https://www.f6s.com/energylab-scaleup-program-2024/apply

Other details: Introductions to industry, investors, mentors, marketing support.


Environment

11. Green Innovation Fund

Host Name: Assam Science Technology & Environment Council (ASTEC)

Description: Supports green tech innovation and entrepreneurship in Assam.

Eligibility: Innovators, academic institutions, NGOs etc. in Assam

Last Date: February 28th, 2024

Link to apply: https://astec.assam.gov.in/documents-detail/call-for-proposals-under-green-innovation-fund

Other details: For R&D and implementation of green technologies.


Financial Inclusion

12. PitchFest-5.0

Host Name: STPI

Description: Develop FinTech products/solutions. Offers incubation, funding access, and go-to-market support.

Eligibility: FinTech startups

Last Date: February 26th, 2024

Link to apply: https://innovate.stpinext.in/apply-now/pitchfest_5.0

Other details: FinBlue incubation program.


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Manufacturing

14. Pitch To Win- Factory of Future for Startups in Smart Manufacturing, Industry 5.0 and Sustainable Manufacturing

Host Name: IITM Incubation Cell & Daimler India Commercial Vehicles

Description: Pitch manufacturing ideas to win cash prize and joint incubation support.

Eligibility: Startups

Last Date: February 23rd, 2024

Link to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_Upd6kKV1KShp-IExYdYiy95rADt19ek6HsTAdIVDYtsKtQ/viewform

Other details: Win up to ?1 lakh cash prize.


Materials

15. New Materials and Circularity Startup Program

Host Name: Hello Tomorrow

Description: 3 month equity free program for materials startups. Offers fundraising, partnerships, strategy support.

Eligibility: Global materials startups

Last Date: February 26th, 2024

Link to apply: https://hellotomorrowstartupchallenge.submittable.com/submit/282262/new-materials-and-circularity-march24-june24

Other details: Covers sustainable materials, high performance materials, coatings.


Medicine

16. IMPACT Conclave 3.0

Host Name: iHub - AWaDH @ IIT Ropar and partners

Description: Propels innovation in medical, pharmaceutical, and allied sciences for tech commercialization.

Eligibility: Innovators, researchers, startups

Last Date: March 2nd, 2024

Link to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc27PG5GeO4RrCRjfPKJnrtcxQlDdloIQzmAiZTxDKttg1eYw/viewform

Other details: Connect, network, pitch to investors and government.


Mobility

17. Smart mobility solutions for a low carbon footprint

Host Name: HDFC Bank Parivartan Startup Accelerator Program

Description: For startups with smart mobility solutions for low carbon footprint.

Eligibility: Startups

Last Date: February 29th, 2024

Link to apply: https://parivartan.accubate.app/ext/form/1729/1/apply

Other details: Grant-in-Aid of up to ?10 Lakhs.

Project code: G0228


Quantum Technology

18. CHANAKYA Fellowship Program

Host Name: IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation

Description: Fellowships for motivated PG, PhD and PostDoc students in areas like quantum tech, robotics etc.

Eligibility: Students/researchers

Last Date: February 29th, 2024

Link to apply: https://www.iittnif.com/about-fellowships

Other details: Monthly stipend, travel allowance. Upto 4 years for PhD.


Research

19. CHANAKYA Fellowship Program (Fifth call)

Host Name: iHub Anubhuti-IIITD Foundation @DST

Description: Fellowships for UG, PG, PostDoc students/researchers in emerging tech areas.

Eligibility: Students/researchers

Last Date: February 29th, 2024

Link to apply: https://ihubanubhuti.accubate.app/ext/form/1017/1/apply

Other details: Financial support up to ?19,20,000. Focus areas - Cognitive Computing, Social Sensing.


Robotics

20. CHANAKYA Fellowship Program

Host Name: IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation

Description: Fellowships for motivated PG, PhD and PostDoc students in areas like robotics etc.

Eligibility: Students/researchers

Last Date: February 29th, 2024

Link to apply: https://www.iittnif.com/about-fellowships

Other details: Monthly stipend, travel allowance. Upto 4 years for PhD.


Rural Development

21. CatalyseTech EntreprenueHer Innovation Challenge

Host Name: SELCO Foundation @NITI Aayog’s WEP @AIC-SELCO

Description: Funding for women entrepreneurs/innovators in North East India.

Eligibility: Women entrepreneurs, thinkers, innovators.

Last Date: February 29th, 2024

Link to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdMcZi1lc2D5pw8hJrE_EAY8jhRoTb9Gt_Bxymz6n8_q-4b0w/viewform

Other details: Award money up to ?15 lakhs. Total ?60 lakhs+


Science and Technology

22. INDIA–SINGAPORE Collaborative Industrial Research & Development Programme

Host Name: Department of Science & Technology @Technology Development Board @Enterprise Singapore

Description: Joint R&D projects between Indian & Singapore companies/organizations.

Eligibility: Registered Indian & Singapore companies

Last Date: February 29th, 2024

Link to apply: https://www.e-techcom.tdb.gov.in/company-registration.php?international_collaboration=1&int_type=singapore

Other details: INR 1.5 crore grant per project from DST India.


Social Impact

23. AIC Social Alpha Quest for Social Entrepreneurs

Host Name: Social Alpha

Description: Funding upto ?50 lakhs for early-stage social impact startups. 12-month accelerator support.

Eligibility: For-profit social impact startups

Last Date: Rolling

Link to apply: https://socialalpha.org/socent-quest/

Other details: Focus areas - Agritech, EdTech, HealthTech, Climate Action.


Student Entrepreneurship

24. Pre-Incubation Program Cohort 3.0

Host Name: IIM Lucknow Enterprise Incubation Centre @Moonpreneur Inc

Description: Online course to develop entrepreneurship skills. Culminates in PitchFest.

Eligibility: Students, aspiring entrepreneurs

Last Date: February 29th, 2024

Link to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1mW9TOu_efhaBLbyqNwK_xFT9cB_8R2xFBu8_oWkxNbE/viewform?edit_requested=true

Other details: 12 weeks program with IIM-L faculty. Silicon Valley mentors.


Sustainability

25. Pitch To Win- Factory of Future for Startups in Smart Manufacturing, Industry 5.0 and Sustainable Manufacturing

Host Name: IITM Incubation Cell & Daimler India Commercial Vehicles

Description: Pitch manufacturing ideas to win cash prize and joint incubation support.

Eligibility: Startups

Last Date: February, 2024

Link to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_Upd6kKV1KShp-IExYdYiy95rADt19ek6HsTAdIVDYtsKtQ/viewform

Other details: Win up to ?1 lakh cash prize.


Waste Management

26. Green Innovation Fund

Host Name: Assam Science Technology & Environment Council (ASTEC)

Description: Supports green tech innovation and entrepreneurship in Assam.

Eligibility: Innovators, academic institutions, NGOs etc. in Assam

Last Date: February 28th, 2024

Link to apply: https://astec.assam.gov.in/documents-detail/call-for-proposals-under-green-innovation-fund

Other details: Waste management & waste-based products eligible focus areas.


Water

27. INDIA–SINGAPORE Collaborative Industrial Research & Development Programme

Host Name: Department of Science & Technology @Technology Development Board @Enterprise Singapore

Description: Joint R&D projects between Indian & Singapore companies/organizations.

Eligibility: Registered Indian & Singapore companies

Last Date: February 29th, 2024

Link to apply: https://www.e-techcom.tdb.gov.in/company-registration.php?international_collaboration=1&int_type=singapore

Other details: INR 1.5 crore grant per project from DST India. Water is eligible focus area.


Women Entrepreneurship

28. CatalyseTech EntreprenueHer Innovation Challenge

Host Name: SELCO Foundation @NITI Aayog’s WEP @AIC-SELCO

Description: Funding for women entrepreneurs/innovators in North East India.

Eligibility: Women entrepreneurs, thinkers, innovators.

Last Date: February 29th, 2024

Link to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdMcZi1lc2D5pw8hJrE_EAY8jhRoTb9Gt_Bxymz6n8_q-4b0w/viewform

Other details: Award money up to ?15 lakhs. Total ?60 lakhs+


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Stay tuned for more updates and opportunities in the startup ecosystem. Feel free to reach out for any queries or assistance regarding these programs. Let's innovate and grow together!



Disclaimer:

Please note that the information provided in this post is for general informational purposes only. All information on the site is provided in good faith, however, I make no representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, or completeness of any information mentioned.

The list of grants and accelerator programs has been curated from various platforms to facilitate ease of access for interested parties. I am not directly affiliated with any of the programs listed, nor am I promoting them in a professional capacity.

I strongly advise all interested parties to conduct their own due diligence and verify the details of each opportunity before applying. This includes visiting the official websites and contacting the organizers directly for the most current and accurate information.

By using this information, you agree not to hold me liable for any inaccuracies, or for any decisions or actions taken based on the information provided in this post.

Cedric Charpenet

Founder of Conquer Sales, the fastest growing international sales community in the Baltics | Sales Coach | Sales Advisory | Hubspot

8 个月

Exciting opportunities for startup founders to explore! Kush Katara

Valerio Quatrano

Project Manager - I help entrepreneurs test their business Ideas before launching their product/service.

8 个月

Exciting opportunities for startup founders! Can't wait to see where these grants take you! ??

Pavithra Lamahewa

Principal UX Architect @ Precious Studio | Human-Centered AI

8 个月

Exciting opportunities for startup founders to accelerate their growth!

Exciting opportunities for startup founders! ?? Best of luck with your applications.

Sam Boyd

Managing Partner at Guided Imports | Freight Forwarding Expert

8 个月

Fantastic opportunities for startup founders. Thanks for sharing the details. Best of luck to those applying.

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