DISHA 2.0 Grand Challenge for Digital Healthcare at IITI DRISHTI CPS Foundation
By IITI DRISHTI CPS Foundation
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Quick Answer
IITI DRISHTI CPS Foundation's equity-based grand challenge to commercialize deep-tech innovations in Digital Healthcare, offering funding up to ₹2 Crore, mentoring, and IP support.
- Funding amount
- ₹25L – ₹2Cr
- Funding type
- Equity
- Provider
- IITI DRISHTI CPS Foundation
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 31 October 2025. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by IITI DRISHTI CPS Foundation. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this funding program
The DISHA 2.0 (Developing Innovations for Successful Harnessing and Adoption) Grand Challenge is an initiative by IITI DRISHTI CPS Foundation (a Section 8, TTRP at IIT Indore) to accelerate the commercialization of deep-tech innovations in the Digital Healthcare domain.
Building on the success of DISHA 1.0, this program aims to identify, fund, and mentor innovations to aid in their journey from research (academic IP) to market-ready products and successful startup creation.
Financial Support (Non-negotiable Quantum decided by External Investment Committee):
| Applicant Type | Stage | Funding Support |
|---|---|---|
| Projects (Academia) | TRL 3-5 | Up to ₹25 Lacs |
| Projects (Academia) | TRL 5-6 | Up to ₹50 Lacs |
| Projects (Academia) | TRL 6 and beyond | Up to ₹100 Lacs |
| Startups | Prototyping to validation | Up to ₹25 Lacs |
| Startups | MVP to Early Traction | Up to ₹50 Lacs |
| Startups | Revenue & Growth Stage | Up to ₹200 Lacs |
Other Offerings: Technical and business mentoring, assistance with IP filing, high-value equipment procurement support (ownership vests with DRISHTI CPS), and connections for technology pilots. The support is for 1 year, extendable up to 6 months.
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Funding providers
IITI DRISHTI CPS Foundation is a Section 8 not-for-profit hosted at IIT Indore in Simrol, near Indore, Madhya Pradesh. It was set up as a Technology Innovation Hub under the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NM-ICPS), a Department of Science and…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- ₹25L – ₹2Cr
What You Get
Funding ranges from ₹25 Lacs to ₹200 Lacs depending on applicant type and stage:
- Academia Projects: TRL 3-5 → up to ₹25 Lacs; TRL 5-6 → up to ₹50 Lacs; TRL 6+ → up to ₹100 Lacs.
- Startups: Prototyping to validation → up to ₹25 Lacs; MVP to early traction → up to ₹50 Lacs; Revenue & growth stage → up to ₹200 Lacs. Funding quantum is non-negotiable and decided by an External Investment Committee.
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
Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
- 3
Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum funding available for startups?
Startups at the Revenue & Growth stage can receive up to ₹200 Lacs (₹2 Crore).
Is the funding equity-free?
No. All selected applicants must transfer 1% to 5% equity to IITI DRISHTI CPS Foundation and enter into a revenue-sharing or royalty agreement.
Who can apply for this challenge?
Faculty, researchers, and students from Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) across India who want to commercialize their technology by creating spin-off startups, OR existing DPIIT-registered deeptech startups working in Digital Healthcare.
What technology readiness level (TRL) is required?
Higher TRL / market-ready technologies are preferred. The entry stage for DISHA 2.0 is TRL 3, implying TRL 3+ is expected.
How long does the support last?
The support period is 1 year, extendable by up to 6 months.
Are there any ownership requirements for startups?
Yes. Before fund transfer, startups must be registered with Startup India and have valid DPIIT registration. Additionally, at least 51% of company shares must be held by Indian citizens (excluding PIO and OCI holders).
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
