EarthON Greenovation Bootcamp 2026
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A 3-day residential bootcamp for climate entrepreneurs building sustainable solutions, offering a cash prize up to ₹2 lakh and potential access to ₹1 crore in equity/debt.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹2 Lakhs
- Funding type
- Competition
- Provider
- EarthON Foundation
- Application deadline
- 11d — 9 Oct 2026
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
About this competition
EarthON Greenovation Bootcamp 2026 is an immersive 3-day residential program designed for climate entrepreneurs who are actively building sustainable solutions for a greener future. A joint initiative of EarthON Foundation & Greenovation Hub, in collaboration with AIC ISB, the bootcamp aims to strengthen ventures, explore new possibilities, and build towards scale. It brings together founders, practitioners, mentors, and investors at the ISB Hyderabad campus. The program focuses on critical areas such as agroecology, circularity, renewable energy, industrial decarbonisation, and climate resilience, addressing some of the most pressing challenges of our time. Through expert-led sessions, hands-on workshops, and peer learning, participants enhance their leadership skills, improve investment readiness, and refine their growth strategies. The bootcamp also provides access to the broader EarthON ecosystem, offering continued mentorship, community support, and pathways to further funding opportunities.
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Organizers
EarthON Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in New York (Forest Hills) that democratizes traditional funding practices by blending philanthropy and investment to unlock the potential of grassroots organizations and early-stage ventures across India and the…
Learn moreGreenovation Hub is a climate and sustainability-focused innovation initiative run under the EarthON Foundation — a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit that democratizes funding for grassroots organizations and early-stage ventures across India and the Global South. Greenovation…
Learn moreAIC ISB is the Atal Incubation Centre at the Indian School of Business, based inside the ISB Mohali campus in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Punjab. Its own pages name the entity AIC ISB Association and say ISB set it up in partnership with NITI Aayog under the Atal Innovation…
Learn morePrizes & Awards
- Amount
- Up to ₹2 Lakhs
What You Get
Founders compete for cash prizes of up to ₹2 lakh (non-dilutive) and potential access to up to ₹1 crore in equity/debt support.
The bootcamp is fully funded: stay and meals are covered for the full 3 days at ISB Hyderabad. Travel is reimbursed up to ₹5,000 for founders from the host state or nearby, and up to ₹15,000 from elsewhere in India.
Beyond the money, founders join a curated cohort of climate entrepreneurs, meet industry leaders, mentors, investors and ecosystem enablers, and continue after the bootcamp with mentoring, technical assistance, community and fundraising pathways through the EarthON ecosystem.
- Disbursement
- Lump Sum
- Duration
- 3 days
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Selection Process
Applications are screened between October 9 and October 15, 2026, and results are announced on October 16, 2026. The page does not publish scoring criteria; applicants must meet the stated eligibility — a registered Private Limited Company, Partnership Firm or Section 8 Company with active operations in India, a full-time Founder/CEO with at least 2 years of operational experience, and a climate-focused venture with launched products/services and demonstrated traction in one of the five focus areas. Selected founders attend the 3-day residential bootcamp at ISB Hyderabad (November 13–15, 2026), where they compete for cash prizes of up to ₹2 lakh and potential access to up to ₹1 crore in equity/debt support.
Application Process
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Apply Online
Submit your venture's application through the official Accubate portal.
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Submit on the official portal
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the EarthON Greenovation Bootcamp?
The EarthON Greenovation Bootcamp is a 3-day immersive residential program designed for climate entrepreneurs to strengthen their ventures, gain mentorship, network with peers and investors, and explore funding pathways.
Who is eligible to apply for the bootcamp?
Eligible applicants include startups registered as Private Limited Companies, Partnership Firms, or Section 8 Companies with active operations in India. The Founder/CEO must be a full-time team member with at least two years of operational experience. Ventures must be climate-focused and have launched products/services with demonstrated traction.
What kind of ventures does the bootcamp focus on?
The bootcamp supports ventures working across the green economy, specifically in agroecology & sustainable agriculture, circularity & waste management, distributed renewable energy, green economy & industrial decarbonisation, and climate adaptation & resilience.
What financial benefits do participants receive?
Participants can compete for cash prizes of up to ₹2 lakh (non-dilutive). Additionally, the program offers potential access to up to ₹1 crore in follow-on equity or debt support. The bootcamp itself is fully funded, covering stay, meals, and travel reimbursement for the 3-day duration.
Are there any costs associated with attending the bootcamp?
No, the residential bootcamp experience is fully funded. All costs for stay and meals at ISB Hyderabad are covered, and travel expenses are reimbursed up to ₹5,000 for regional participants and up to ₹15,000 for those traveling from other parts of India.
What is the application timeline for the Greenovation Bootcamp?
Applications close on October 9, 2026. The screening process will take place from October 9-15, 2026, with results announced on October 16, 2026. The in-person residential bootcamp is scheduled for November 13-15, 2026, at the ISB Hyderabad campus.
What kind of support is offered beyond the bootcamp?
After the bootcamp, founders continue with mentoring, technical assistance, community and fundraising pathways through the EarthON ecosystem.
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