MeitY TIDE 2.0 EiR at IIM Calcutta Innovation Park
Under TIDE 2.0 (Technology Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs) by IIM Calcutta Innovation Park
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Quick Answer
12-month Entrepreneur-in-Residence program under MeitY TIDE 2.0 offering a ₹4,00,000 grant and incubation support for ICT-enabled startups addressing national priority problems.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹4L
- Funding type
- Grant
- Provider
- IIM Calcutta Innovation Park
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 25 August 2025. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by IIM Calcutta Innovation Park. 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 is a 12-month Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR) program under the MeitY TIDE 2.0 initiative, specifically designed to support young innovators who are working on ICT-enabled ideas and solutions to solve a pressing need of national priority.
The benefits include:
- A ₹4 Lakhs grant for one year for idea validation and development.
- Incubation at IIM Calcutta Innovation Park.
- Opportunities to pitch for seed funding on completion of the program.
Eligibility
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Grant providers
IIM Calcutta Innovation Park (IIMCIP) is a Section 8, not-for-profit company set up in 2014 under the Indian Institute of Management Calcutta. It is recognised as a Technology Business Incubator by the Department of Science and Technology, and it is based on the IIM Calcutta…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹4L
- Fund type
- Grant
What You Get
₹4,00,000 grant over 12 months for idea validation and development, incubation at IIM Calcutta Innovation Park, and a chance to pitch for seed funding after the program.
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 duration of the program?
12 months.
How much grant funding is provided?
₹4,00,000 (₹4 Lakhs) for one year.
Is incubation included?
Yes, incubation at IIM Calcutta Innovation Park is part of the program.
Can I hold another fellowship while participating?
No, the program cannot be combined with fellowships from other funding organizations.
Who is eligible to apply?
Indian citizens with an ICT-enabled idea or prototype addressing a national priority domain such as healthcare, education, agriculture, financial inclusion, infrastructure, clean tech, or other emerging areas. At least one team member must be willing to work full-time on the idea.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
News
- Chitkara University Partners With Chandigarh Angels Network to Boost Startup Fundingsiliconindia.com · last month
Source: Google News aggregated
