FutureSecure AI Innovation (FSAI) Programme at SIIC, IIT Kanpur
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Quick Answer
A grant and mentorship program for IIT Kanpur undergraduate students to develop startup ideas in AI, Cybersecurity, or interdisciplinary fields, providing up to ₹6,00,000 in funding, along with str…
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹6L
- Funding type
- Grant
- Provider
- SIIC IIT Kanpur
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 7 December 2025. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by SIIC IIT Kanpur. 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 FutureSecure AI Innovation Program (FSAI) at IIT Kanpur, supported by the Shibodhi Foundation, empowers student innovators in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity (CS), and interdisciplinary fields that integrate AI and CS to transform their ideas into impactful startups.
The program is designed to bridge the gap between research and real-world application through structured mentorship, funding, and industry immersion.
Focus Areas:
- AI Applications
- CS Applications
- Interdisciplinary Integration (e.g., AI in Mechanical, Chemical, IoT, and Defence)
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
The Startup Incubation and Innovation Centre (SIIC) is the startup incubator at IIT Kanpur. It was established in 2000 and now operates under the Foundation for Innovation & Research in Science & Technology (FIRST), IIT Kanpur. It works from two sites: the IIT Kanpur campus at…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹6L
- Fund type
- Grant
What You Get
Grant of up to ₹6,00,000 to support development of startup ideas in AI, Cybersecurity, or interdisciplinary fields.
Application Process
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Fill basic information
Provide personal details (name, roll number, department, year of study, CPI, IITK email, mobile number) and team information (team name, members) if applying as a team.
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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
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible to apply?
Only IIT Kanpur undergraduate students from 2nd year onwards are eligible. Teams must have 2–3 members, and interdisciplinary teams are encouraged.
What are the focus areas for ideas?
AI, Cybersecurity, or interdisciplinary applications combining AI and/or CS with other fields.
Does selection guarantee funding?
No. The application form states: 'I understand that selection does not guarantee funding and that the committee's decision is final.'
What documents are required for the application?
A pitch deck must be uploaded. The pitch deck should cover problem statement, solution, relevance to AI/Cybersecurity, current stage, next steps, and team composition.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
