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DeepTech Bharat Hackathon 2026

National deep-tech hackathon supporting innovative startups and innovators with cash awards, incubation, mentoring, and commercialization support.

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Funding amount
INR 1.25 Lakhs Total Cash Prizes (5 Winners)
Scheme
DeepTech Bharat Hackathon 2026
Open for
Open to participants across India., No participation or registration fee., Individuals, teams, startups, organizations, academic institutions, government agencies, and non-profit organizations can apply., Each team may submit a maximum of two proposals.
Deadline
Applications close on 31 July 2026

About the Program

DeepTech Bharat Hackathon 2026 is a national innovation challenge organized by Nashik Engineering Cluster's Innovation Incubation Centre (n-InC) in collaboration with Startup India, DPIIT, and ecosystem partners to identify high-impact deep-tech innovations with commercialization potential. The program supports innovators through cash awards, incubation, mentoring, prototype development, IP support, startup registration guidance, investor readiness, and market access.

Eligibility requirements

  • Open to Indian citizens.
  • Individuals, teams, startups, organizations, for-profit and non-profit companies, academic institutions, and government/private agencies are eligible.
  • Solutions must align with one of the focus sectors and demonstrate innovation, business potential, and implementation feasibility.

Offerings / Benefits

  • Cash prize of INR 25,000 each for five winning teams.
  • Incubation support for selected startups.
  • Mentoring and technical guidance.
  • Prototype development support.
  • IP and startup registration assistance.
  • Go-to-market support.
  • Investor readiness support.
  • Networking opportunities.
  • Participation certificates for shortlisted teams.
  • Merit certificates for finalists.

Sectors supported

AI, ML, IoT, Smart Sensors and Industrial Automation.Robotics, Advanced Manufacturing and Industry 4.0.Electric Mobility, Clean Energy, Sustainability and Circular Economy.AgriTech, Smart Cities and Smart Manufacturing.Defence and Aerospace.AI, SaaS & Enterprise TechClimate, Energy & EVAgri, Food & RuralDeepTech, Electronics & RoboticsManufacturing & IndustrialSpace, Drone & Defense

Selection process

  • Phase I: Online application and expert screening.
  • Top 25 teams shortlisted for presentation.
  • Phase II: Shortlisted teams present online or physically before an expert panel.
  • Top 10 teams advance to the final round.
  • Phase III: Final pitching before an industry jury at Nashik Engineering Cluster.
  • Five winning teams receive cash awards and incubation opportunities.

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