EPAM Social Impact Innovation Program - 4th Cohort
By Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE), IIIT Hyderabad
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Quick Answer
A 4-6 month acceleration program for tech-based social enterprises in Environment, Waste Management, or Clean Energy sectors, providing milestone-based grant of up to ₹5 lakhs and acceleration supp…
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹5L
- Funding type
- Grant
- Application deadline
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- Eligible stage
- Revenue
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
- Registrations needed
- DPIIT recognition
Results & next round
Applications for this round are closed. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE), IIIT Hyderabad. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this grant
The Social Impact Innovation Program is a 4-6 month long acceleration program designed for Tech-based Social Enterprises already in the market with revenue. It specifically targets start-ups in the Environment, Waste Management, or Clean Energy sectors. The program aims to provide a small grant and acceleration support to help these start-ups contribute to a green recovery stimulus in Post Covid India, amplify their impact, and/or make them sustainable.
Key program highlights include:
- Milestone-based grant support of up to INR 5 lakhs.
- Bootcamps and workshops on various topics.
- Masterclasses and mentorship provided by experts.
- Support in refining the business model and scaling for impact.
- Access to CIE IIITH Startup services.
- Access to the IIITH Smart City Lab Test Bed.
- Access to IIIT-H's technology expertise, lab facilities, and talent pool.
Depending on the readiness of startups, they may also participate in demo-days and potentially secure seed funding. Founders can build and expand their network, meet experienced mentors, investors, and learn from peers.
Eligibility
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Full eligibility criteria — entity type, stage, sector, founder profile and registration requirements — plus your fit for this program. Sign up to view.
Grant providers
Provider
Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE), IIIT HyderabadHyderabad · Telangana · India
The Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE) is the technology business incubator of IIIT Hyderabad, set up in 2008 and based on the university's campus at Vindhya C4, Gachibowli, Hyderabad. It was recognised as a Technology Business Incubator by the Department of…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹5L
- Fund type
- Grant
What You Get
Milestone-based grant up to INR 5 lakhs, plus bootcamps, workshops, masterclasses, mentorship, business model refinement, access to CIE IIITH startup services, IIITH Smart City Lab Test Bed, and IIIT-H technology expertise and talent pool. Depending on readiness, startups may also participate in demo-days and potentially secure seed funding.
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 duration of the program?
The program runs for 4-6 months.
What is the grant amount?
Up to INR 5 lakhs, disbursed based on milestones.
Which sectors are eligible?
Startups must operate in one of these sectors: Circular Economy/Resource Solutions, Energy (smart grid, clean/renewable, low carbon, energy efficiency), Green Data (GIS, IOT, AI/ML for environment), Climate Adaptation, Smart Cities, Sustainable Agriculture and Food Tech, Green Building and Construction, Sustainable Mobility, or Sustainable Living.
Is the grant equity-free?
The material does not explicitly state whether the grant is equity-free.
What are the mandatory eligibility criteria?
The startup must be a tech-based for-profit social enterprise, India-based, incorporated as a Private Limited Company, LLP or Registered Partnership (majority Indian shareholding including OCI & PIO), founder age >18, registered with DPIIT, with cumulative revenue of at least INR 1 lakh at time of application.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
