Top 2026 Early Revenue stage contests for startups from the Government and private sectors in India
R|Elan Circular Design Challenge 2026
Global competition for sustainable fashion innovations by designers and startups, offering seed funding and mentorship.
AP-AER Mission Hackathon 1.0
Deployment-driven innovation challenge for alternate energy solutions across Andhra Pradesh, open nationwide.
Global Arts Prize for Innovation (GAP) by Global Leaders Institute
Global Arts Prize for Innovation recognizing ventures redefining culture's contemporary significance.
The Pitch by Deel 2026 - Deel
Global seed-stage competition for startups under $5M raised
iDEX Open Challenge
Up to ₹1.5 crore grant for defence & aerospace innovators.
Blockchain India Challenge - MeitY & C-DAC
National blockchain and Web3 startup challenge for citizen-centric solutions
NXP India Tech Startup Challenge 2026 - NXP Semiconductors
Deeptech challenge for Indian semiconductor, AI, robotics and EV startups
iDEX Prime Re Open
Up to ₹10 crore for IAF deep-tech defence challenges.
iDEX DISC 12 (Re-Open) – IAF
Up to ₹1.5 crore for IAF helicopter glide path landing system.
AI-Based Early Childhood Development (ECD) Innovation Challenge
Up to ₹2Cr govt contract for DPIIT-recognised AI/ECD innovators.
Greenovation Agrivoltaics Challenge
Up to ₹15L + access to ₹2Cr grants for agrivoltaics pilots.