MeitY TIDE 2.0 Startup Grant Support at AIC-Pinnacle Industries
Under TIDE 2.0 (Technology Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs) by AIC-Pinnacle Entrepreneurship Forum
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Quick Answer
Seed funding grant under MeitY TIDE 2.0 for ICT startups with a validated PoC/MVP, targeting societal challenges in healthcare, education, agriculture, and more.
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 7 December 2025. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by AIC-Pinnacle Entrepreneurship Forum. 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 call is part of the MeitY TIDE 2.0 program, aimed at strengthening the technology startup ecosystem. The Startup Grant Support provides seed funding to startups with a validated Proof-of-Concept or Minimum Viable Product (MVP) to further their development.
Program Objectives
The grant is specifically provided to:
- Create a Minimum Viable Product (MVP), if not already developed.
- Advance the start-up towards the Go-to-the-market stage or Growth phase.
Program Focus
The program specifically targets startups and entrepreneurs leveraging emerging Information and Communication Technology (ICT), including:
- IoT
- AI
- Blockchain
- Robotics
The solutions must address pre-identified areas of societal relevance, such as:
- Healthcare
- Education
- Agriculture
- Financial Inclusion
- Infrastructure
- Environment, Clean Tech, and Clean Energy
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
AIC-Pinnacle Entrepreneurship Forum is an Atal Incubation Centre in Pune, registered as a Section 8 not-for-profit company and hosted by Pinnacle Industries Ltd., an automotive interiors, seating, EV components and speciality vehicles manufacturer. It says it is supported by the…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹7L
- Fund type
- Grant
What You Get
The grant provides seed funding to startups to create a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) if not already developed, or to advance the startup towards the Go-to-market stage or Growth phase.
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
Line up your documents
Keep every document from the checklist ready in one folder. Missing docs are the #1 reason applications get bounced.
- 3
Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
- 4
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 amount can be up to ₹7,00,000 as per the program details.
What stage should a startup be at to apply?
The startup must have a ready Proof-of-Concept (PoC) or Minimum Viable Product (MVP) to be eligible.
Can I still apply for this grant?
The application form for the MeitY TIDE 2.0 Call for Application - 2025 is no longer accepting responses, indicating the scheme is currently closed.
What technology areas are supported?
The program focuses on emerging ICT such as IoT, AI, Blockchain, and Robotics, with solutions addressing societal relevance: healthcare, education, agriculture, financial inclusion, infrastructure, environment, clean tech, and clean energy.
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
