MCL Seed Grant 2026
Foundation for Technology & Business Incubation (FTBI), NIT Rourkela द्वारा
अपनी पात्रता जांचें
साइन अप करें और हम आपको बताएंगे कि आपका स्टार्टअप इस ग्रांट के लिए योग्य है या नहीं।
त्वरित उत्तर
A seed grant program by Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) and FTBI NIT Rourkela offering up to ₹3 lakh to innovative technology startups incubated at FTBI.
- फंडिंग राशि
- ₹3 लाख तक
- फंडिंग प्रकार
- अनुदान
- आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि
- बंद
- स्थान
- भारत में पंजीकृत स्टार्टअप्स के लिए खुला
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 20 August 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by Foundation for Technology & Business Incubation (FTBI), NIT Rourkela. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
इस ग्रांट के बारे में
The MCL Seed Grant 2026, an initiative under the CSR program of Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL), is administered by the Foundation for Technology & Business Incubation (FTBI) at NIT Rourkela. This grant aims to foster innovation and support early-stage startups that are developing groundbreaking technologies, especially those with a high gestation period and the potential for significant social benefits. The program provides crucial financial support to help these ventures advance their product development, market entry, and overall growth within a supportive incubation ecosystem.
This funding is designed to provide seed capital to startups requiring early-stage financial backing to validate their ideas, build prototypes, and scale their solutions. By focusing on innovative technologies and social impact, the MCL Seed Grant seeks to empower entrepreneurs to address pressing societal challenges and contribute to economic development. The collaboration between MCL and FTBI underscores a commitment to nurturing the startup ecosystem and driving technological advancements in India.
पात्रता
देखें कि आप पात्र हैं या नहीं
पूरी पात्रता शर्तें — संस्था प्रकार, स्टेज, क्षेत्र, फाउंडर प्रोफ़ाइल और पंजीकरण आवश्यकताएं — साथ ही इस प्रोग्राम के लिए आपकी फ़िट। देखने के लिए साइन अप करें।
अनुदान प्रदाता
Provider
Foundation for Technology & Business Incubation (FTBI), NIT RourkelaRourkela · Odisha · India
Foundation for Technology & Business Incubation (FTBI) is the incubator of National Institute of Technology Rourkela, in Rourkela, Odisha. It is a separate legal body from the institute — a Section 8 not-for-profit company — housed under the institute's Centre for Technology…
Learn moreलाभ और फंडिंग
- राशि
- ₹3 लाख तक
- फंड प्रकार
- अनुदान
- इक्विटी
- इक्विटी-मुक्त
- चुकौती
- गैर-चुकौती
आपको क्या मिलेगा
Selected startups will receive a seed grant of up to ₹3,00,000 to fuel their innovative technology development. This equity-free funding is administered to support critical early-stage expenses, prototype development, and initial market validation. In addition to financial aid, beneficiaries will continue to leverage the comprehensive incubation support from FTBI NIT Rourkela, including access to infrastructure, mentorship, and a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem. This holistic support aims to accelerate the startup's growth trajectory and enhance its potential for generating social benefits.
- फंडिंग स्रोत
- CSR वित्त पोषित
- बूटस्ट्रैप अनुकूल
- हाँ
समयसीमा और प्रक्रिया
चयन प्रक्रिया
Applications for the MCL Seed Grant will be rigorously evaluated by a selection committee comprising experts from MCL and FTBI NIT Rourkela. The screening process will primarily focus on the innovativeness of the technology, its potential for social impact, the viability of the business plan, and the financial disclosures, including audited annual statements and previous funding details. Startups providing adequate justification for the requested seed capital and demonstrating a strong growth trajectory will be given preference. Shortlisted applicants may be required to present their business plan or participate in an interview round to further assess their vision and execution capabilities.
आवेदन प्रक्रिया
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Apply Online
Submit your application form, detailed business plan, audited financials, and all prerequisite documents via the Google Forms link.
आप - 2
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आवेदन कैसे करें
ड्राफ़्ट से वितरण तक चार चरण — हर चरण में एक कार्रवाई।
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अपना आवेदन ड्राफ़्ट करें
ग्रांट ट्रैकर के अंदर फ़ॉर्म भरें — AI आपके पिछले उत्तरों का उपयोग करके हर उत्तर का ड्राफ़्ट बनाता है, ताकि आपको खाली पन्ने से शुरुआत न करनी पड़े।
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शुरू करने से पहले प्रश्न देखें
इस कार्यक्रम के आवेदन फ़ॉर्म में पूछे जाने वाले सभी प्रश्न डाउनलोड करें, ताकि पोर्टल खोलने से पहले आप अपने उत्तर ऑफ़लाइन तैयार कर सकें।
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आधिकारिक पोर्टल पर जमा करें
आधिकारिक आवेदन लिंक का उपयोग करें और अंतिम रूप से जमा करने से पहले सभी विवरण सत्यापित करें।
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फ़ॉलो अप करें
जमा करने के 5–7 दिन बाद प्राप्ति की पुष्टि और समीक्षा समयरेखा के बारे में पूछने के लिए संपर्क करें।
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न
What is the maximum grant amount available?
The MCL Seed Grant provides up to ₹3,00,000 per eligible startup.
Who is eligible to apply for this grant?
Only companies currently incubated at FTBI NIT Rourkela with a valid incubation agreement, and incorporated under the Companies Act 2013, are eligible.
What kind of technologies or focus areas are preferred?
The program prefers startups working on innovative technologies, especially those with a high gestation period and a clear potential for social benefits.
What documents are required for the application?
Applicants must submit all prerequisite documents, audited annual statements, and a detailed business plan including previous funding details and 3-year cash flow projections. A justification for the requested seed capital is also required.
Is prior funding allowed?
Yes, prior funding is allowed but must be fully disclosed in your business plan.
Is the grant repayable?
No, the MCL Seed Grant is an equity-free, non-repayable grant.
स्रोत
इस पेज की जानकारी आधिकारिक प्रोग्राम और प्रदाता स्रोतों से ली गई है।
