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NIDHI i-TBI Ignition Grant – INurture Incubation Foundation (INIF)

Ignition grant for innovators and early-stage startups to develop technology prototypes with incubation support.

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Funding amount
Up to INR 10 Lakhs
Scheme
NIDHI i-TBI Ignition Grant
Open for
Open to applicants across India., Applications must be submitted by 5 August 2026 (5:00 PM)., Pure software development, mobile apps, and e-commerce service solutions are not eligible for funding.
Deadline
Applications close on 5 August 2026

About the Program

The NIDHI i-TBI Ignition Grant is offered by INurture Incubation Foundation (INIF) under the DST NIDHI i-TBI program to support innovators and early-stage startups in developing technology-based prototypes and products. The program combines financial assistance with incubation and expert mentoring to help innovators validate and commercialize their ideas.

Eligibility requirements

  • Individual Indian citizens aged 18 years or above.
  • Startups should not be more than 2 years old.
  • Startup annual turnover should not exceed INR 25 Lakhs in any financial year.
  • Applicants should be developing innovative technology-based products or prototypes.

Offerings / Benefits

  • Ignition grant of up to INR 10 Lakhs.
  • Comprehensive incubation support.
  • Expert mentorship.
  • Prototype and product development support.
  • Technology validation assistance.
  • Startup ecosystem access through INurture Incubation Foundation.

Sectors supported

Sector agnostic.Technology-based innovations with prototype or product development potential.Sector AgnosticAgri, Food & RuralEdTech & Social ImpactFinTechAI, SaaS & Enterprise TechGaming, Media & Web3Climate, Energy & EVHealth, Pharma & BiotechCommerce, D2C & Consumer BrandsLogistics & MobilityConsumer Apps & MarketplacesManufacturing & IndustrialDeepTech, Electronics & RoboticsSpace, Drone & DefenseTravel & Tourism

Selection process

  • Online application submission.
  • Eligibility and technical evaluation.
  • Shortlisted applicants undergo expert assessment.
  • Selected innovators receive grant funding along with incubation and mentoring support.

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