MeitY TIDE 2.0 Grant Program at IIT Mandi Catalyst (Prototype Funding)
Under TIDE 2.0 (Technology Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs) by IIT Mandi Catalyst
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Up to ₹7 Lakhs grant from MeitY for ICT/electronics startups to develop a prototype from a proof-of-concept, with incubation support including co-working space, mentoring, and IPR facilitation at I…
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹7 Lakhs
- Funding type
- Grant
- Provider
- IIT Mandi Catalyst
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Eligible stage
- Product
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 24 October 2025. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by IIT Mandi Catalyst. 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 Program, implemented through IIT Mandi Catalyst, provides financial and technical support to young innovators and startups engaged in ICT-enabled ideas, primarily in Electronics and Communication solutions.
The scheme’s purpose is to bridge the gap between Proof of Concept (PoC) and Prototype/MVP by helping innovators test their ideas and develop a viable prototype ready for commercialization. The period of prototyping support can be up to 12 months.
The grant is up to ₹7 Lakhs per startup and is intended for:
- Prototyping and product development.
- Facilitating IPR filings.
- Holistic incubation support, including co-working space, mentoring, and networking.
Eligibility
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Grant providers
IIT Mandi Catalyst is the technology business incubator (TBI) run by IIT Mandi from its Kamand campus in Himachal Pradesh. Launched in 2016, it was the state's first TBI. It is funded by IIT Mandi itself, the Department of Science and Technology (DST), the Ministry of…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹7 Lakhs
- Fund type
- Grant
What You Get
The grant of up to ₹7 Lakhs is intended for prototyping, product development, and facilitating IPR filings. Startups also receive holistic incubation support including co-working space, mentoring, and networking.
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 maximum funding per startup is INR 7 Lacs.
What is the duration of support?
The period of prototyping support can be up to 12 months.
Who is eligible to apply?
The applicant must be an Indian citizen, the idea must fall within the listed focus areas (Electronics and Communication, ICT-enabled solutions addressing societal challenges), and the startup should have a definite Proof of Concept to be developed into a prototype or MVP. Additionally, for the General TIDE 2.0 grant, applicants need a minimum of 4 years of formal full-time undergraduate/postgraduate education in science or engineering (or equivalent with work experience). The startup must be incorporated in India with at least 51% equity held by Indian citizens.
What are the focus areas of the scheme?
The scheme focuses on Electronics and Communication, ICT-enabled solutions addressing societal challenges in seven thematic areas: Healthcare, Education, Agriculture, Financial inclusion (including digital payments), Infrastructure and transportation, Environment and cleantech, Clean energy, and other emerging ICT-based areas.
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
