Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR) at SANDIP TBI
By Sandip TBI
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Quick Answer
A non-equity grant of up to ₹4,00,000 for early-stage innovators and student founders under the MeitY TIDE 2.0 program, providing mentoring, technical guidance, and networking to develop a Proof-of…
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹4L
- Funding type
- Grant
- Provider
- Sandip TBI
- Application deadline
- —
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round are closed. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by Sandip TBI. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this grant
This grant is for early-stage innovators and student founders under the MeitY TIDE 2.0 program. It provides a non-equity grant of up to ₹4,00,000 to help innovators develop and validate their ideas into a working Proof-of-Concept. The program also offers one-on-one mentoring, technical guidance, and access to startup networks and opportunities.
Eligibility
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Grant providers
SANDIP TBI is a not-for-profit technology business incubator on the Sandip Foundation campus at Mahiravani, Trimbak Road, Nashik. Its name is short for Startup Assets Nurturing through Diversified and Innovative Platforms. It is run by SANDIP Incubator Association, a Section 8…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹4L
- Fund type
- Grant
What You Get
Provides a non-equity grant of up to ₹4,00,000 to help innovators develop and validate their ideas into a working Proof-of-Concept. Also includes one-on-one mentoring, technical guidance, and access to startup networks and opportunities.
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
Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
- 3
Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum grant amount?
The grant is up to ₹4,00,000.
Is the grant equity-free?
Yes, the grant is non-equity (equity-free).
Who can apply?
Students, innovators, and startups from any location in India. Innovations must be technology-led (STEM preferred) and applicants should be early-stage seeking to develop a Proof-of-Concept.
Is this scheme currently open for applications?
No. The application form (Google Form) is no longer accepting responses, indicating the scheme is closed.
What is the MeitY TIDE 2.0 program?
This grant is offered under the MeitY TIDE 2.0 program, which supports technology innovation and development.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
