IHFC–India Accelerator MedTech Impact Call 2026
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Quick Answer
Up to ₹5Cr for medtech & healthcare startups with scalable solutions
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹5 Cr
- Funding type
- Grant
- Provider
- IHFC, IIT Delhi
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 8 April 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by IHFC, IIT Delhi. 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 IHFC–India Accelerator MedTech Impact Call 2026 is a high-impact funding and incubation initiative designed to accelerate innovation in the healthcare and life sciences sectors. Launched by the I-Hub Foundation for Cobotics (IHFC) at IIT Delhi in collaboration with India Accelerator, this program aims to support startups that are building scalable, technology-driven healthcare solutions with strong clinical relevance and commercialization potential.
The program focuses on enabling startups to transition from validation stages to real-world deployment by providing both capital and ecosystem support. Selected startups gain access to co-investment opportunities of up to INR 5 crore, allowing them to advance product development, conduct clinical validation, and scale their solutions for broader adoption. This funding is complemented by structured incubation support, including mentorship from industry experts, guidance from academic and research institutions, and access to investor networks.
A key strength of the program lies in its integrated ecosystem, combining academic excellence from IIT Delhi with the venture-building expertise of India Accelerator. Startups benefit from strategic mentorship, industry connections, and opportunities to engage with healthcare stakeholders, including hospitals, public health systems, and private sector partners. This enables founders to refine their products in real-world environments and align with market needs.
The program targets a wide spectrum of healthcare innovation areas, including digital health, AI-driven diagnostics, telemedicine, advanced medical devices, biotechnology, public health technologies, and robotics in healthcare. By supporting startups across these domains, the initiative aims to drive meaningful impact in healthcare delivery, accessibility, and efficiency.
Shortlisted startups will have the opportunity to present their solutions at a dedicated pitching event, where they can showcase their innovations to investors and stakeholders. Based on performance and alignment, startups may be selected for further incubation and funding support.
Eligibility
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Grant providers
I-Hub Foundation for Cobotics, known as IHFC, is the Technology Innovation Hub of IIT Delhi. It was set up in June 2020 by the Department of Science and Technology under the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber Physical Systems, and it is a Section 8 not-for-profit…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹5 Cr
- Fund type
- Grant
What You Get
Co-investment funding of up to INR 5 crore to help startups move from validation to real-world deployment — covering product development, clinical validation, and scaling for broader adoption. Selected startups also receive structured incubation support: mentorship from industry experts, guidance from academic and research institutions, and access to investor networks. The program offers industry connections and opportunities to engage with healthcare stakeholders, including hospitals, public health systems, and private sector partners, to refine products in real-world settings. Shortlisted startups get to pitch at a dedicated investor and stakeholder event, and strong performers may be selected for further incubation and funding support.
How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
- 1
Draft your application
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- 2
See the questions before you start
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- 3
Line up your documents
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- 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.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
