MEITY TIDE 2.0 EiR & Grant at Chitkara
Under TIDE 2.0 (Technology Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs) by Chitkara Innovation Incubator Foundation
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Quick Answer
Financial assistance up to ₹7 lakhs, along with mentorship and access to technical experts, for startups converting a Proof of Concept into a prototype or MVP using emerging technologies like IoT, …
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹7L
- Funding type
- Grant
- 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 Chitkara Innovation Incubator Foundation. 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 MEITY TIDE 2.0 Grant is a program designed to support startups in converting a valid Proof of Concept (PoC) into a prototype or a Minimum Viable Product (MVP). The grant provides financial assistance, access to technical experts, and mentorship. The objective is to promote tech entrepreneurship in areas of societal relevance, utilizing emerging technologies such as IoT, AI, Blockchain, and Robotics.
Eligibility
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Grant providers
Chitkara Innovation Incubator Foundation (CIIF) is the incubator of Chitkara University, Punjab. It is a Section 8 not-for-profit company that the university set up in 2015, and it sits on the campus on the Chandigarh-Patiala National Highway (NH-64) at Rajpura. CIIF backs…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹7L
- Fund type
- Grant
What You Get
Financial assistance up to ₹7,00,000, along with access to technical experts and mentorship to help convert a valid Proof of Concept into a prototype or Minimum Viable Product (MVP).
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
What is the maximum grant amount?
Up to ₹7,00,000.
Who can apply for this grant?
Startups that are Private Limited companies or LLPs registered in India, with founders who are Indian citizens holding at least 50% shareholding. The startup must be no more than 10 years old and must not have exceeded ₹25 lakhs annual turnover in any financial year since inception.
What type of technology is supported?
Emerging technologies such as IoT, AI, Blockchain, and Robotics are covered.
Can a software-only startup apply?
No, ideas purely relating to software or app development are ineligible.
What is the objective of this grant?
To promote tech entrepreneurship in areas of societal relevance, helping startups convert a Proof of Concept into a prototype or MVP.
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
