MeitY TIDE 2.0 Grant/Fellowship Program at DERBI Foundation
Under TIDE 2.0 (Technology Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs) by DERBI Foundation
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Quick Answer
An early-stage startup support program by DERBI Foundation, supported by MeitY, providing up to ₹7,00,000 grant, incubation, and mentorship over an 8-week hybrid engagement.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹7 Lakhs
- Funding type
- Grant
- Provider
- DERBI Foundation
- 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 DERBI 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/Fellowship Program at DERBI Foundation is an early-stage startup support initiative designed to help founders build, validate, and scale impact-driven ventures.
Supported by MeitY Startup Hub and the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, the program focuses on nurturing innovation-led startups working in high-impact technology and sustainability-driven sectors.
Selected startups receive financial grant support along with structured incubation, mentorship, and access to innovation infrastructure to accelerate product development and market readiness.
The program is delivered as an intensive 8-week structured hybrid engagement aimed at strengthening technical, business, and go-to-market capabilities of early-stage founders.
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
DERBI Foundation is a healthcare-focused incubator in Bengaluru, run as the Dayananda Sagar Entrepreneurship Research and Business Incubation Foundation. It grew out of the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Centre set up for Dayananda Sagar Institutions in 2009, and…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹7 Lakhs
- Fund type
- Grant
What You Get
Selected startups receive a grant of up to ₹7,00,000 along with structured incubation, mentorship, and access to innovation infrastructure to accelerate product development and market readiness.
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?
The program is an intensive 8-week structured hybrid engagement.
What is the maximum grant amount a startup can receive?
Up to ₹7,00,000.
What are the focus sectors for this program?
The program focuses on sustainability, circular economy, AI/ML, deep tech, healthcare, sports technology, and mental health technology.
What stage of startup is eligible?
Startups at idea, prototype, MVP, or early revenue stages are eligible.
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 · 2 weeks ago
Source: Google News aggregated
