IT Application in Graphic Design Open Challenge Program (OCP) 8.0
By Software Technology Parks of India (STPI)
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Quick Answer
STPI OctaNE CoE, Kohima's Open Challenge Program inviting startups and entrepreneurs to develop innovative IT-driven solutions in graphic design, offering seed funding, mentorship, networking, and …
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 15 September 2025. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by Software Technology Parks of India (STPI). 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 Open Challenge Program (OCP) 8.0 is an initiative by STPI OctaNE CoE, Kohima, to invite startups and entrepreneurs to develop innovative IT-driven solutions in the graphic design sector. The program aims to support and accelerate early-stage design-tech ventures by providing strategic networking, seed funding, expert mentorship, and access to state-of-the-art incubation facilities.
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
Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) is a science and technology organisation under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India. It was formed in 1991, when the three Software Technology Parks set up at Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar and Pune…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹25L
- Fund type
- Grant
What You Get
Grant of up to ₹25,00,000 (exact minimum not specified) as seed funding.
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 funding amount?
Up to ₹25,00,000.
Who can apply?
Private Limited Companies, Registered Partnership Firms, or LLPs registered within the last 10 years, with annual turnover not exceeding ₹100 crore in any financial year since incorporation.
Can a startup that is not yet registered apply?
Yes, but it must ensure company registration within three months of selection.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
