Open Challenge Program (OCP) Cohort 1 at NERVE CoE, Nagpur
NERVE CoE, Nagpur द्वारा
अपनी पात्रता जांचें
साइन अप करें और हम आपको बताएंगे कि आपका स्टार्टअप इस ग्रांट के लिए योग्य है या नहीं।
त्वरित उत्तर
An 18-month equity-based incubation program for AI and DeepTech startups, offering up to ₹50 lakhs seed funding, GPU infrastructure, and GTM support in Nagpur.
- फंडिंग राशि
- ₹50 लाख तक
- फंडिंग प्रकार
- प्रतियोगिता
- प्रदाता
- NERVE CoE, Nagpur
- आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि
- बंद
- स्थान
- भारत में पंजीकृत स्टार्टअप्स के लिए खुला
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 15 July 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by NERVE CoE, Nagpur. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
इस प्रतियोगिता के बारे में
NERVE CoE is a MeitY-backed deep tech incubator bringing GPU infrastructure, seed funding, and hands-on mentoring to AI and DeepTech startups working in emerging sectors including HealthTech, AgriTech, Forestry, and Mining. This is an 18-month programme based at STPI Nagpur.
What you get:
- GPU Infrastructure: Dedicated AI and GPU compute for training and deployment.
- Expert Mentoring: Bootcamp-style sessions on product validation, unit economics, and investor readiness.
- Seed Funding: Up to Rs. 50 lakhs in seed support, plus introductions to VCs and funding agencies.
- Go-To-Market Support: Dedicated GTM workshops, enterprise introductions, and market-access opportunities.
- IPR and Legal Support: Patent filing assistance, legal guidance, and accounting support.
- Workspace: Access to a 10,000 sq. ft. incubation facility at STPI Nagpur.
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।
आयोजक
NERVE is a Centre of Entrepreneurship run by Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) at STPI Nagpur, in Parsodi, Maharashtra. Its full name is NextGen Ecosystem for Research, Ventures and Entrepreneurship, and STPI describes it as a CoE in NextGen Intelligent Solutions for…
Learn moreपुरस्कार और इनाम
- राशि
- ₹50 लाख तक
आपको क्या मिलेगा
Selected startups join an 18-month equity-based incubation programme at STPI Nagpur with seed funding of up to ₹50 lakh. NERVE CoE takes a nominal equity stake in exchange for the full support stack: dedicated GPU and AI compute, expert mentoring, go-to-market support, IPR & legal assistance, and a 10,000 sq. ft. incubation workspace. Startups also get warm introductions to VCs and funding agencies, enterprise GTM connects, and access to STPI's national ecosystem.
- अवधि
- 18 महीने
समयसीमा और प्रक्रिया
चयन प्रक्रिया
Applications are reviewed on innovation, team strength, product readiness and market potential. Shortlisted startups pitch to the NERVE CoE jury, where equity terms are discussed openly. Selected startups then sign agreements and onboard to the cohort with access to workspace, GPU infrastructure and the mentor network.
आवेदन प्रक्रिया
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Submit your application
Fill the online application form with team details, product stage and business plan.
आप - 2
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आवेदन कैसे करें
ड्राफ़्ट से वितरण तक चार चरण — हर चरण में एक कार्रवाई।
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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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अपने दस्तावेज़ तैयार करें
चेकलिस्ट के हर दस्तावेज़ को एक ही फ़ोल्डर में तैयार रखें। दस्तावेज़ों की कमी आवेदन खारिज होने का सबसे बड़ा कारण है।
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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
My company is not registered yet. Can I still apply?
Yes. Founders can apply before incorporation. If selected, you must register the entity within 3 months of your selection date.
Will NERVE CoE take equity in my startup?
For high-impact deep tech startups, NERVE CoE follows an equity-based incubation model. The exact stake is discussed during selection and aligned with the level of support; there is no uniform percentage and it is negotiated case by case.
Is the 18-month support period extendable?
Yes. The standard support period is 18 months, extendable by up to 6 months based on requirement and availability of a physical/virtual incubation batch.
Do I have to be based in Nagpur?
The incubation facility is at STPI Nagpur and startups are expected to operate from the CoE during the programme. Any remote or hybrid arrangement is discussed at onboarding.
स्रोत
इस पेज की जानकारी आधिकारिक प्रोग्राम और प्रदाता स्रोतों से ली गई है।
