What is the BOSCH – BMU Innovation Challenge?

It's a corporate innovation competition by ACIC-BMU Foundation and Bosch India to identify innovators and foster solutions in sustainable mobility, focusing on specific problem statements.

Who is eligible to apply for the challenge?

The challenge is open to students, working professionals, self-employed individuals, full-time innovators, and startups (incorporated or pre-incorporation) from both India and internationally. All educational qualifications, startup stages (Ideation to Scaling), and Technology Readiness Levels (TRL 1-9) are welcome.

Is there any funding involved, and is it equity-free?

Yes, selected innovators and startups will receive potential grant/prize support. The program is explicitly equity-free and non-repayable.

What kind of support do participants receive?

Participants gain access to Bosch's mentorship network and technical expertise, incubation support from ACIC-BMU Foundation, exposure to Bosch India's R&D ecosystem, and networking opportunities with industry experts and investors, culminating in a demo day.

Is there a deadline for applications?

No fixed deadline is visible; applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

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ACIC-BMU Foundation

Gurugram · Haryana · India

ACIC-BMU Foundation is an Atal Community Innovation Centre established at BML Munjal University in collaboration with Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog. The centre promotes innovation and entrepreneurship within the university and surrounding community, with a particular…

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Application Process

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Select Problem & Apply
Select a problem statement and complete the online application form.
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How to apply

Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.

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See the questions before you start
Download every question this programme's application form asks, so you can prepare your answers offline before opening the portal.
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Line up your documents
Keep every document from the checklist ready in one folder. Missing docs are the #1 reason applications get bounced.
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Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
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Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.

The BOSCH – BMU Innovation Challenge is a corporate innovation competition run by ACIC-BMU Foundation (Atal Incubation Centre at BML Munjal University) in partnership with Bosch India. The objective of the program is to identify potential innovators and researchers, fostering innovative solutions and digital advancements aimed at promoting sustainable mobility, including enhancing mobility solutions for the mass, reducing environmental impact, ensuring road safety leading to reduction in accidents and fatalities, etc.

The program encompasses focus areas including, but not limited to:

Connectivity
Synthetic fuels and clean technologies
Electrification
Innovative brake systems
Inclusive mobility solutions for persons with disabilities, senior citizens, and women
Other innovative ideas and research initiatives related to sustainable mobility

Applicants must select ONE of the following problem statements (separate application per problem statement):

To develop a cost-effective, road hazard intelligence system which can help prevent accidents due to road anomalies.
To develop an automotive-grade lightweight material using recycled metals and bio-based composites to reduce vehicular emissions.
To develop a mobility assistant enabling safe, independent public mobility for: (a) People with cognitive disabilities and autism, (b) Elderly users.
To develop an EV charging solution for rural & semi-urban regions.
To develop a cost-effective scalable solution to improve walking and cycling safety and usability without large infrastructure investment.
Others – Solution to any other persistent problem related to sustainable mobility.

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