Call for SSS Proposals from Entrepreneurs at TiHAN–IIT Hyderabad
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Quick Answer
TiHAN IIT Hyderabad's SSS program provides ₹25 lakh funding over 12 months to startups with proven track records in autonomous navigation, supporting translational research and commercialization.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹25L
- Funding type
- Grant
- Provider
- TiHAN, IIT Hyderabad
- Application deadline
- Deadline not announced
- Eligible stage
- Revenue
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
About this grant
The NMICPS Technology Innovation Hub on Autonomous Navigation (TiHAN) Foundation at IIT Hyderabad focuses on the research, design, and development of autonomous navigation and data acquisition systems for UAVs, ROVs, and related platforms.
Under the SSS (Startup Support Scheme) Program, TiHAN invites proposals from startups with proven track records to undertake translational research and development with a clear focus on commercialization. The program supports startups working on cutting-edge autonomous navigation technologies through funding, mentorship, and ecosystem access.
Selected startups will be supported for a duration of 12 months, enabling them to strengthen their technology, validate real-world use cases, and accelerate market readiness.
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Grant providers
TiHAN is the Technology Innovation Hub on Autonomous Navigation at IIT Hyderabad. It is run by NM-ICPS TiHAN Foundation, a Section 8 company set up at IIT Hyderabad under the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems and funded by the Department of Science and…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹25L
- Fund type
- Grant
What You Get
₹25 lakh grant with mentorship and access to TiHAN's autonomous navigation testbed facilities and industry collaborations.
Application Process
- 1
Prepare Proposal
Prepare your proposal using the prescribed Annexure A format, including required documents such as proof of registration and balance sheets.
You - 2
- 3
How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
- 1
Draft your application
Answer the form inside the grant tracker — AI drafts each response using your past answers, so you're not starting from a blank page.
- 2
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.
- 3
Line up your documents
Keep every document from the checklist ready in one folder. Missing docs are the #1 reason applications get bounced.
- 4
Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
- 5
Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the funding amount?
Selected startups receive ₹25 lakhs.
What is the duration of support?
The support period is 12 months.
Are applications accepted on a rolling basis?
Yes, this is a rolling advertisement, so applications are accepted at any time.
Sources
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