3 Startup Grants and Funding Programs Newly Listed This Week — August 2026
Three incubation programs with grant components are newly listed: Prakriti Incubation Launchpad for the North East, AIC-SRM's DeepTech accelerator, and DEEP LEAP by IIMK LIVE. Funding caps range from ₹15 lakh to ₹30 lakh, with deadlines from 9 August to rolling.
Three new incubation programs with grant components were added this week. The new listings include two deep-tech accelerators — one run by AIC-SRM Incubation Forum and another powered by Walmart at IIMK LIVE — and a sustainability-focused incubation cohort for the North Eastern Region. Deadlines range from 9 August to rolling.
Newly Listed This Week
| Program | Type | Deadline | Funding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prakriti Incubation Launchpad Cohort 2 | Incubation | 18 Aug 2026 | Up to ₹15,00,000 |
| Investor Led DeepTech Accelerator Program – Cohort 1 | Incubation | 9 Aug 2026 | Up to ₹15,00,000 |
| DEEP LEAP Incubation Program | Incubation | Rolling | Up to ₹30,00,000 |
Prakriti Incubation Launchpad Cohort 2 (IIM Calcutta Innovation Park)
Prakriti Incubation Launchpad Cohort 2 is run by IIM Calcutta Innovation Park (IIMCIP) in partnership with Pernod Ricard India Foundation. It targets nascent enterprises in the North Eastern Region that are working on environmental challenges while creating sustainable livelihoods for local communities. The program is designed to support startups focused on environmental conservation, inclusive economic growth, climate resilience, and sustainable industrial development.
Selected startups can receive grant funding of up to ₹15,00,000, along with incubation support. The program also intends to address issues common in the region, including rapid urbanization, inefficient resource management, and limited waste infrastructure. Applications close on 18 August 2026.
Investor Led DeepTech Accelerator Program – Cohort 1 (AIC-SRM Incubation Forum)
The Investor Led DeepTech Accelerator Program – Cohort 1 is a six-month intensive accelerator run by AIC-SRM Incubation Forum. It is designed for DeepTech startups transitioning from validated technology to investment readiness. The program is supported by a network of co-investment partners and offers mentorship, strategic business guidance, and access to investors.
Participating startups are eligible for grant funding of up to ₹15,00,000. The acceleration journey focuses on the specific challenges faced by DeepTech companies, including high capital requirements and market access. Applications for Cohort 1 close on 9 August 2026.
DEEP LEAP Incubation Program (IIMK LIVE)
The DEEP LEAP Incubation Program is hosted by IIMK LIVE, the entrepreneurship development centre and business incubator at the Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode, and is powered by Walmart. IIMK LIVE is supported by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. The program targets technology-driven startups and offers deep-tech incubation with mentorship, industry connections, and investor access.
Startups admitted to DEEP LEAP can receive funding of up to ₹30,00,000. The program emphasises capacity-building and business growth support for startups working on breakthrough deep-tech innovations. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with no specified deadline.
Before Applying
Prakriti is restricted to startups operating in the North Eastern Region and those addressing environmental or sustainability challenges. The AIC-SRM accelerator and DEEP LEAP are both deep-tech focused, but DEEP LEAP's technology-driven focus is broader and does not list a regional restriction. None of the three listings mention DPIIT recognition, MSME registration, or revenue caps.
AIC-SRM's Cohort 1 closes on 9 August 2026, and Prakriti closes on 18 August 2026. DEEP LEAP has a rolling deadline, though the listing does not specify whether applications are currently open or if a new cohort intake is planned. The Prakriti and AIC-SRM programs are cohort-based, while DEEP LEAP may admit on an ongoing basis.
