Ignition Grant by AIIMS Patna Incubation and Innovation Council
By AIIMS Patna Incubation and Innovation Council (APIIC)
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Quick Answer
Financial grant and support for early-stage healthcare startups to raise Technology Readiness Level and secure further funding.
- Funding amount
- ₹2L – ₹10L
- Funding type
- Grant
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 5 December 2025. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by AIIMS Patna Incubation and Innovation Council (APIIC). 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 Ignition Grant is offered by APIIC i-TBI, a DST's NIDHI i-TBI, to support startups and innovators in raising their Technology Readiness Level (TRL) and securing further funding. The program offers comprehensive support including:
- Co-working space
- Mentorship and Training
- Access to infrastructure
- Financial grant support through a selection/screening process.
APIIC i-TBI will also assist in securing funding from other external sources. The grant focuses on sectors like Medical, Healthcare, and Biotech.
Permissible Expenditures under the Grant:
- Outsourcing Charges for R&D, Design, Consultancy, Testing, or Expert cost.
- Raw material, Consumables, or Spares.
- Fabrication or Synthesis charges of working model or process.
- Business Travel and Event participation Fees (Ceiling 10% of approved project cost).
- Patent filing Cost – (PCT - Ceiling 10% of approved project cost).
- Contingency - (Ceiling 10% of approved project cost).
- Mentoring.
Who can apply?
- Medical students & Residents
- Innovators & Researchers
- Indian registered startups
- Medical professional & Faculty
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
AIIMS Patna Incubation and Innovation Council, known as APIIC, is the incubation centre of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Patna. It is funded under the NIDHI Inclusive Technology Business Incubator (i-TBI) programme of the Department of Science and Technology,…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- ₹2L – ₹10L
- Fund type
- Grant
What You Get
Grants between ₹2,00,000 and ₹10,00,000 are provided. Permissible expenditures include outsourcing for R&D, design, consultancy, testing, or expert costs; raw materials, consumables, or spares; fabrication or synthesis of a working model/process; business travel and event participation fees (ceiling 10% of approved project cost); patent filing (PCT, ceiling 10% of approved project cost); contingency (ceiling 10% of approved project cost); and mentoring.
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
See the questions before you start
Download every question this programme's application form asks, so you can prepare your answers offline before opening the portal.
- 3
Line up your documents
Keep every document from the checklist ready in one folder. Missing docs are the #1 reason applications get bounced.
- 4
Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
- 5
Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the Ignition Grant?
Medical students & residents, innovators & researchers, Indian registered startups, and medical professionals & faculty are eligible.
What sectors are supported?
The grant focuses on Medical, Healthcare, Biotech and relevant fields.
What is the grant amount and what can it be used for?
Grants range from ₹2,00,000 to ₹10,00,000. Funds can be used for R&D outsourcing, raw materials, fabrication, business travel (up to 10% of project cost), patent filing (up to 10%), contingency (up to 10%), and mentoring.
Is there a timeline for completing the prototype?
Yes, the prototype must be completed within 12 to 14 months.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
