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STPI IGNITE Open Challenge Programme 2026 – Industry 4.0
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STPI IGNITE Open Challenge Programme 2026 – Industry 4.0

STPI IGNITE Centre of Entrepreneurship (CoE), Dehradun · India
The STPI IGNITE Open Challenge Program 2026 invites startups and innovators developing Industry 4.0 technologies to build, validate and scale innovative solutions. Selected participants can receive financial assistance of up to ₹15 lakh, along with incubation support, advanced technology facilities, mentorship and industry connections.
Deadline: 25 Oct 2026
Funding/Benefit: Up to ₹15 Lakh
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C-CAMP Validation of Field-Ready Climate Solutions 2026
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C-CAMP Validation of Field-Ready Climate Solutions 2026

C-CAMP – Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms · India
C-CAMP is inviting Indian startups with field-ready climate solutions at TRL 6 or above to apply for collaborative validation support of up to ₹50 lakh. The program focuses on climate innovations across Environment, Health and Agriculture, helping startups generate real-world evidence, strengthen adoption potential and prepare for scale.
Deadline: 27 Oct 2026
Funding/Benefit: Up to ₹50 Lakh Validation Support
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GENESIS Pilot 2.0 – MeitY Startup Hub
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GENESIS Pilot 2.0 – MeitY Startup Hub

MeitY Startup Hub · India
GENESIS Pilot 2.0 supports eligible technology startups with funding of up to ₹40 lakh per startup against eligible Pilot and Purchase Orders (POs) / Work Orders (WOs), helping innovative solutions move from development toward real-world deployment and adoption.
Deadline: 30 Oct 2026
Funding/Benefit: Up to ₹40 Lakh for Pilot Deployment
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IGNITION GRANT 2026 – Sona Incubation Foundation
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IGNITION GRANT 2026 – Sona Incubation Foundation

Sona Incubation Foundation · India
IGNITION GRANT 2026 supports startups, individual innovators and students developing technology-driven solutions in Assistive Technology, Sensor Technology and MedTech. Selected applicants can receive grant support of up to ₹10 lakh, along with expert mentorship and incubation support.
Deadline: 30 Nov 2026
Funding/Benefit: Up to ₹10 Lakh Grant Support
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MUMBAI SPOT FUNDING 23RD OCTOBER 2026 AT UKS COLLEGE
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MUMBAI SPOT FUNDING 23RD OCTOBER 2026 AT UKS COLLEGE

Startapp Guru · INDIA
The Spot Funding & Networking Event is an exclusive physical gathering designed to bridge the gap between early-stage/growing startups and active venture capital funds. Founders get the opportunity to present their pitch, meet investors face-to-face, explore immediate funding opportunities, and build strategic industry relationships.
Funding/Benefit: UP TO 5 CRORE
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DRDO Technology Development Fund (TDF) – Defence Innovation Funding
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DRDO Technology Development Fund (TDF) – Defence Innovation Funding

Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, Government of India · India
The Technology Development Fund (TDF) supports Indian startups, MSMEs and industries developing indigenous technologies for defence, national security and dual-use applications. Selected projects can receive grant-in-aid of up to ₹50 crore per project to develop critical and futuristic technologies.
Funding/Benefit: Up to ₹50 Crore Grant-in-Aid per Project
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Payments Next 2026 – FinTech Innovation Challenge
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Payments Next 2026 – FinTech Innovation Challenge

PaySprint x AIC ISB · India
Payments Next is a national innovation challenge for MVP to growth-stage fintech startups building intelligent payment and financial infrastructure. Selected startups can compete for a ₹7.5 lakh prize pool, receive PaySprint product credits, mentorship, ecosystem access, and investor introductions.
Funding/Benefit: ₹7.5 Lakh Total Prize Pool + Investor Access The prize breakdown on the official page is: - Winner: ₹3.5 lakh total value — ₹1.2 lakh cash + ₹2.3 lakh
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Startup Mahakumbh 6.0 – Free Visitor Pass 2027
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Startup Mahakumbh 6.0 – Free Visitor Pass 2027

Startup Mahakumbh 6.0 · India
Get a Free Visitor Pass to Startup Mahakumbh 6.0, taking place from 12–14 March 2027 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Researchers, academicians and students can register to access the conference and startup expo and experience India's startup and innovation ecosystem.
Funding/Benefit: Free Visitor Pass – Conference + Startup Expo Access
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Mental Health & Mental Health-Tech Startup Funding Program – STEP

STEP – Science & Technology Entrepreneurs Park · India
A startup support opportunity for founders and innovators building solutions in Mental Health and Mental Health-Tech, offering funding support of up to ₹10 lakh, along with mentorship, networking and market-connect opportunities.
Deadline: 15 Feb 2024
Funding/Benefit: Up to ₹10 Lakh
Status: Applications closed
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Startup League 2026 — Startup Stairs (DeepTech funding programme)

Startup Stairs · India
Flagship DeepTech funding programme offering selection, support and funding rounds for DeepTech startups.
Deadline: 15 Sep 2026
Funding/Benefit: Up to ₹10,00,00,000 (advertised)
Status: Applications closed
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NCPEDP–Mphasis AT Hub Seed Grant 2026 – Cycle 2
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NCPEDP–Mphasis AT Hub Seed Grant 2026 – Cycle 2

NCPEDP–Mphasis AT Hub Seed Grant 2026 – Cycle 2 · India
The NCPEDP–Mphasis AT Hub Seed Grant 2026 supports early-stage startups and innovators building impactful, user-centered assistive technology solutions for persons with disabilities and people with functional limitations. Selected innovations can receive funding of up to ₹5 lakh along with mentorship and ecosystem support.
Deadline: 25 Sep 2026
Funding/Benefit: 5 Lakhs
Status: Applications closed
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IGNITE Edition 2 – SINE IIT Bombay x IDFC FIRST Bank
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IGNITE Edition 2 – SINE IIT Bombay x IDFC FIRST Bank

SINE IIT Bombay x IDFC FIRST Bank · India
IGNITE Edition 2 offers grant support of up to ₹25 lakh for innovative startups working across climate, sustainability, clean energy and environmental solution sectors.
Deadline: 01 Oct 2026
Funding/Benefit: Up to ₹25 Lakh Grant Support
Status: Applications closed
Opportunity Expired
Assam Startup Funding Support 2026
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Assam Startup Funding Support 2026

Assam Innovation and Startup Foundation (AISF) – Assam Startup · India
AISF operates under the Government of Assam's startup ecosystem and supports founders through programs, mentorship, partnerships and capital access. Assam Startup Funding Support 2026 offers stage-based financial support for innovative startups at the Idea, Prototype/MVP and DeepTech stages. Eligible ventures can access funding of up to ₹40 lakh to validate ideas, develop working products and advance innovative solutions.
Deadline: 03 Oct 2026
Funding/Benefit: 40 Lakh
Status: Applications closed
Opportunity Expired
Horizon HealthTech 2026 – MedTech Incubation Program
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Horizon HealthTech 2026 – MedTech Incubation Program

IIITD Innovation & Incubation Center (IIITD-IC) · India
Horizon HealthTech 2026 is a 9-month MedTech incubation program designed to help early-stage healthcare startups move from a validated idea or proof of concept toward prototype development, testing and early MVP. Selected startups can receive up to ₹15 lakh in grants and up to $30K in support credits. All About Startups
Deadline: 05 Oct 2026
Funding/Benefit: Up to ₹15 Lakh Grant + Up to $30K Support Credits
Status: Applications closed
Opportunity Expired
Kotak BizLabs Season 3 – Startup Accelerator & Grant Program
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Kotak BizLabs Season 3 – Startup Accelerator & Grant Program

Kotak Mahindra Bank x T-Hub · India
Kotak BizLabs Season 3 supports DPIIT-recognised, early-revenue startups with market-ready solutions through grant funding of up to ₹30 lakh, expert mentorship, investor access, structured acceleration and ecosystem connections. Kotak Mahindra Bank
Deadline: 06 Oct 2026
Funding/Benefit: Up to ₹30 Lakh Grant Support
Status: Applications closed
Opportunity Expired
LEAP Hackathon Series 2026–27 – Hubballi Edition
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LEAP Hackathon Series 2026–27 – Hubballi Edition

LEAP x TiE Bangalore · India
The LEAP Hackathon Series 2026–27 – Hubballi Edition invites innovators, students, startups and entrepreneurs to build practical technology solutions around Smart Logistics & Urban Commerce. Selected teams will build a working product for Karnataka in just 1.5 days at IIIT Dharwad.
Deadline: 07 Oct 2026
Funding/Benefit: Cash Prizes Up to ₹5 Lakh + Product Hackathon
Status: Applications closed
Opportunity Expired
Grand Challenge - Campus Fund
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Grand Challenge - Campus Fund

Campus Fund · India
Grand Challenge run by Campus Fund (YourCampusFund). Eligible founders from across India can apply; applications are free. Applications close on 2026-10-10 and the Top 15 startups will be announced in November 2026.
Deadline: 10 Oct 2026
Status: Applications closed
Opportunity Expired
PRIP 2026 – Pharma & MedTech R&D Funding | Second Call
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PRIP 2026 – Pharma & MedTech R&D Funding | Second Call

Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers, Government of India · India
The PRIP Scheme 2026 supports startups, MSMEs and industry developing innovative Pharma and MedTech products and technologies. Early-stage startups and MSMEs can receive up to ₹1 crore in fully funded financial assistance, with larger and later-stage projects eligible for additional support under the scheme.
Deadline: 15 Oct 2026
Funding/Benefit: Up to ₹1 Crore Fully Funded for Early-Stage Startups
Status: Applications closed
Opportunity Expired
IDEAPOOL 2026 – Innovation for Sustainable Future
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IDEAPOOL 2026 – Innovation for Sustainable Future

RISE Foundation IISER · India
IDEAPOOL 2026 is an innovation platform for individuals and startups working on sustainable solutions. Participants can present their ideas to a community of innovators, entrepreneurs, investors and policymakers, compete for a total prize pool of ₹2.5 lakh, and gain incubation support.
Deadline: 17 Oct 2026
Funding/Benefit: 2.5 Lakh
Status: Applications closed
Opportunity Expired
Ten Minute Million Challenge 2026 – E-Cell IIT Bombay
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Ten Minute Million Challenge 2026 – E-Cell IIT Bombay

Entrepreneurship Cell (E-Cell), IIT Bombay · India
The Ten Minute Million Challenge (TTMM) 2026 gives startups an opportunity to pitch their venture directly to leading investors and potentially secure on-the-spot funding of up to ₹35 lakh. Selected founders get just 10 minutes to present their startup and convince the investor panel.
Deadline: 18 Oct 2026
Funding/Benefit: Up to ₹35 Lakh On-the-Spot Funding
Status: Applications closed
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