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STPI IGNITE CoE Open Challenge Programme – Technologies Empowering Industry 4.0

Industry 4.0 startups and innovators can access up to ₹15 lakh plus incubation and technical support.

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Funding amount

Financial assistance up to ₹15 lakh

Scheme

STPI IGNITE CoE Open Challenge Programme

Open for

Applications are submitted through the Sayuj startup-community platform operated by STPI. No mandatory Uttarakhand incorporation or residence condition was identified in the accessible announcement.

Deadline

Applications close 25 October 2026.

About the Program

STPI IGNITE CoE, Dehradun invites startups and innovators to its Open Challenge Programme under the theme “Technologies Empowering Industry 4.0: Driving Innovation, Automation and Intelligent Transformation.” The program is intended to help participants build, validate and scale technology-led solutions with funding, incubation and ecosystem support.

Eligibility requirements

Open to startups and innovators developing technology-led solutions relevant to Industry 4.0. Detailed incorporation, stage and recognition requirements were not available in the accessible announcement.

Offerings / Benefits

Financial assistance up to ₹15 lakh.
Incubation support.
Access to advanced technology facilities.
Mentoring and industry connections.
Support to build, validate and scale innovations.

Sectors supported

Industry 4.0, automation, artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, cybersecurity, analytics and related emerging technologies.

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