Programs
Government-supported innovation and incubation programs delivered through FITT, IIT Delhi for deep-tech founders moving from idea to prototype, pilot, and market.
Browse Government of India-backed schemes delivered through FITT, IIT Delhi.
Ministry of MSMEMSME IDEA HACKATHON 2.0 invites theme-based ideas from students, innovators, and MSMEs under the Office of Development Commissioner - Incubation Component of the MSME Innovative Scheme within the MSME Champions Scheme.
Department of Science & TechnologyNational Initiative for Developing and Harnessing Innovations (NIDHI) is an umbrella programme conceived by the Innovation & Entrepreneurship division, Department of Science & Technology, Government of India, for nurturing knowledge-based and technology-driven ideas into successful startups.
MeitYSAMRIDH supports startups with promising solutions and proof of concept by helping them enhance their products through innovative technologies, sharpen business plans, and become better prepared for venture capital and angel investment.
Startup IndiaStartup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS) provides financial assistance to startups for proof of concept, prototype development, product trials, market entry, and commercialization.
BIRAC · DBTSPARSH invests in ideas and innovations that improve healthcare access and affordability in the social sector, supporting social innovators as they develop market-based solutions for vulnerable populations.
MeitYTechnology Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs (TIDE 2.0) strengthens technology startups in areas of national concern by leveraging emerging technologies and providing financial and technical support to ICTE startups.
BIRAC · DBTBiotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) is a not-for-profit Section 8, Schedule B, Public Sector Enterprise set up by the Department of Biotechnology as an interface agency to strengthen emerging biotech enterprises.
BIRAC · DBTLaunching Entrepreneurial Driven Affordable Products (LEAP) Fund assists potential biotech startups in piloting and commercializing their products and technologies, enabling them to raise venture capital investment.
BIRAC · DBTBIRAC SEED supports bio-incubation by helping startups access infrastructure, mentoring, and networking platforms during their early, high-risk stages.
Defence Innovation OrganisationiDEX DIO fosters innovation and technology development in Defence and Aerospace by engaging innovators and entrepreneurs to deliver technologically advanced solutions for modernizing the Indian military.
Department of Science & TechnologyCAWACH was created in response to the COVID-19 health crisis, supporting R&D efforts and innovation-led solutions through the startup ecosystem.