PropelX - Incubation and Seed Funding at IIT Ropar - TBIF
By IIT Ropar Technology Business Incubator Foundation (TBIF)
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Quick Answer
A flagship incubation initiative at IIT Ropar for deep tech idea-stage and early-stage startups, offering seed funding up to ₹2 Lakhs, mentorship, and access to R&D labs.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹2L
- Funding type
- Grant
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 10 November 2025. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by IIT Ropar Technology Business Incubator Foundation (TBIF). Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this grant
PropelX is a flagship incubation initiative by the IIT Ropar - Technology Business Incubator Foundation (TBIF), specifically designed to support Deep Tech innovators.
The program offers an exclusive chance for idea-stage and early-stage startups to innovate, build, and scale by leveraging the IIT Ropar ecosystem.
Program Benefits:
- Funding Support: Seed funding/grant of up to ₹2 Lakhs.
- Incubation & Mentorship: Dedicated incubation and expert mentorship.
- Technical Resources: Access to Advanced R&D Labs and technical infrastructure at IIT Ropar.
- Networking: Investor & Industry Connects to transform innovative ideas into scalable and impactful ventures.
Eligibility
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Grant providers
IIT Ropar Technology Business Incubator Foundation (TBIF) is the technology business incubator hosted at the Indian Institute of Technology Ropar in Rupnagar, Punjab. It describes itself as a Section 8 not-for-profit company set up under the NIDHI-TBI scheme of the Department of…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹2L
- Fund type
- Grant
What You Get
Successful applicants receive seed funding/grant of up to ₹2 Lakhs, along with incubation support, mentorship, access to IIT Ropar's advanced R&D labs, and investor/industry connections.
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 funding amount?
Up to ₹2 Lakhs.
Who can apply?
Deep tech innovators (individuals, researchers, or teams) at idea stage or early stage.
What kind of support is provided besides funding?
Incubation, expert mentorship, access to Advanced R&D Labs at IIT Ropar, and investor/industry networking.
Is the scheme currently open?
The application form is no longer accepting responses, indicating the scheme is closed.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
