NASSCOM CoE – IoT & AI Gurugram Incubation Program
By NASSCOM
Check your eligibility
Sign up and we'll tell you whether your startup qualifies for this grant.
Quick Answer
Zero equity subsidized incubation for tech startups in Haryana.
About this grant
The NASSCOM Centre of Excellence (CoE) – IoT & AI, Gurugram, supported by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and the Government of Haryana through Hartron, offers a subsidized zero-equity incubation program designed to accelerate technology startups working in emerging domains such as IoT and Artificial Intelligence.
This incubation program is structured to provide infrastructure, ecosystem access, and enterprise integration opportunities rather than direct grant capital. Selected startups gain access to a subsidized co-working environment and advanced prototyping labs that support product development and technical validation. The program also provides shared complimentary GPU access, enabling AI-focused startups to train and test computational models without bearing high infrastructure costs.
Beyond physical infrastructure, the CoE enables enterprise use-case collaboration, helping startups co-create solutions with industry partners. Startups benefit from mentorship, curated industry connections, cloud credits, and participation in funding connect programs that improve investor readiness. The program also offers brand enhancement, PR visibility, and access to CoE innovation labs, events, and forums that strengthen market positioning.
A notable inclusion is a 50% subsidy for female seats in rental, encouraging greater participation of women entrepreneurs in the technology ecosystem. The initiative emphasizes zero equity participation, meaning startups retain full ownership while leveraging the incubation support ecosystem.
Eligibility
See if you're eligible
Full eligibility criteria — entity type, stage, sector, founder profile and registration requirements — plus your fit for this program. Sign up to view.
Grant providers
NASSCOM — the National Association of Software and Service Companies — is India's technology industry association, headquartered in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. It was founded in 1988 and today counts thousands of member companies, from startups to large IT and GCC firms. Most of…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Fund type
- Grant
- Equity
- Equity-free
- Repayment
- Non-repayable
What You Get
Subsidized zero-equity incubation, co-working, advanced prototyping labs, and complimentary GPU access. Benefits include enterprise use-case collaboration, mentorship, industry connections, cloud credits, investor readiness programs, PR visibility, and access to innovation labs/events. Female founders receive a 50% rental subsidy.
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Selection Process
Applications are reviewed by the NASSCOM CoE team for alignment with IoT and AI innovation, technical merit, and growth stage. Shortlisted startups are assessed for readiness to benefit from co-working infrastructure, GPU access, and enterprise integration opportunities. The program is zero-equity with no direct grant capital — it allocates subsidized physical and technical resources to selected companies.
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
Who can apply to the NASSCOM CoE IoT & AI Gurugram Incubation Program?
Technology startups working in IoT and Artificial Intelligence domains are eligible to apply. The program is based in Gurugram, Haryana, and is particularly suited for startups at the growth or revenue stage looking to scale within the enterprise ecosystem.
Does the program take equity?
No. The NASSCOM CoE incubation program operates on a zero-equity model — selected startups retain full ownership of their company.
What is the subsidy for female founders?
Female founders receive a 50% subsidy on rental costs for their co-working seat, encouraging greater participation of women entrepreneurs in the IoT and AI ecosystem.
What infrastructure and resources does the program provide?
Participants get access to a subsidized co-working environment, advanced prototyping labs, and shared complimentary GPU access for AI model training and testing. Additional benefits include enterprise use-case collaboration, cloud credits, mentorship, and PR visibility.
Is there any direct grant funding provided?
The program does not offer direct cash grants. It provides infrastructure subsidies, GPU access, and ecosystem connections rather than direct capital infusion.
How is the program supported by the government?
The NASSCOM CoE is supported by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and the Government of Haryana through Hartron, giving it a strong institutional backing for enterprise and policy connections.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
News
- Got an AI Solution for Infrastructure? Rodic Consultants and Nasscom Are Opening the Dooryourstory.com · last month
Source: Google News aggregated
