FITT, IIT Delhi
Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
IIT Delhi's technology transfer & incubation arm nurturing deep-tech startups since 1992.
FITT at a glance
| Full name | Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer |
|---|---|
| Part of | Indian Institute of Technology Delhi |
| Established | 1992 |
| Address | New Delhi, Delhi, India |
| Programmes | 14 standing programmes · 2 open calls right now |
| Official website | fitt-iitd.in |
| mdfitt@gmail.com |
Programs by FITT, IIT Delhi
2 open now · 14 past · Filter all programs
Programmes they run
Standing programmes at FITT, IIT Delhi, separate from the funding calls above.
Innovation Technology Transfer Office (i-TTO)
PlatformProvides services to incubation centers, innovators, entrepreneurs, start-ups, industries, and academia to strengthen the innovation and technology commercialization ecosystem.
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Innovation Technology Transfer Office (i-TTO) which will provide requisite services to incubation centers, innovators, entrepreneurs, start-ups, industries and academia. Vision of Innovation Technology Transfer Office (i-TTO) “Strengthen the Innovation and Technology Commercialization ecosystem in the country.”
Technology Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs (TIDE 2.0)
Grant schemeA MeitY program promoting tech entrepreneurship through financial and technical support to incubators engaged in supporting ICT startups.
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Technology Innovation & Development of Entrepreneurship Supports (TIDES) 2.0 of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MEITY) promotes tech entrepreneurship through financial and technical support to incubators engaged in supporting ICT startups primarily engaged in using emerging technologies.
Pfizer INDovation Program
AcceleratorAccelerates the journey of six startups into the market through customized support and cross-industry collaborations, focusing on future-ready healthcare systems.
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Pfizer is committed to nurture and support ideas that can prepare the healthcare systems to be future ready. The Pfizer INDovation Program will help accelerate the journey of six start-ups into the market through customized support and by fostering relevant cross-industry collaborations.
iDEX-Innovations for Defence Excellence
PlatformAn ecosystem to foster innovation and technology development in Defence and Aerospace.
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An ecosystem to foster innovation & technology development in Defence and Aerospace by engaging innovators & entrepreneurs to deliver technologically advanced solutions for modernizing Indian Military.
SONA-COMSTAR-IIT DELHI INNOVATION PROGRAM (SCIDIP)
ProgrammeFocuses on smart, safe, and clean mobility solutions for urban regions.
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Smart, safe and clean mobility solutions are of paramount importance specially in the urban regions which are grappling with challenges.
SAMSUNG – SOLVE FOR TOMORROW PROGRAM
CompetitionA global STEM and Design Thinking based competition to foster problem-solving skills.
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Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Program is a global STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) and Design Thinking based competition created to foster problem-solving skills.
BIRAC Big Biotechnology Ignition Grant
Grant schemeA grant program for biotechnology.
SPARSH Social Innovation Program for Products
Grant schemeA social innovation program for products.
NIDHI Seed Support Scheme (NIDHI-SSS)
Grant schemeA seed support scheme under NIDHI.
Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS)
Grant schemeA seed fund scheme under Startup India.
SAMRIDH
Grant schemeA government program.
NIDHI CoE
Centre of ExcellenceA NIDHI Centre of Excellence.
BioNEST
IncubationBio-incubation support.
Atal Incubation Centre (AIC)
IncubationAn Atal Incubation Centre.
Labs & facilities
Equipment and space on campus.
Co-working space & Idea Lounge
Conference Rooms & Suites
Laboratories
Support services
Help offered alongside funding and space.
Recognitions & empanelments
Official approvals this incubator holds.
News
- Microsoft India and FITT, IIT Delhi Unveil UNNATI AI 2.0 to Accelerate India’s AI Innovation Ecosystemtheprint.in · last month
- IIT Delhi and NatWest Group unveil FinTech Frontier Program to fast-track banking innovation and startup collaborationedexlive.com · last month
- IIT Delhi, NatWest Group launch FinTech Frontier Program for research & startup collaborationindianexpress.com · 2 months ago
Source: Google News aggregated
About FITT, IIT Delhi
FITT, IIT Delhi — Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer
The Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer (FITT) is the primary industry-academia interface of IIT Delhi. Established on 9 July 1992 as a registered society by the IIT Delhi Board of Governors, FITT facilitates Research Translation, Technology Development, IPR Management, Technology Transfer & Commercialisation, R&D Collaboration, and Start-up Incubation and Mentoring.
Programs
FITT runs one of India's earliest academia-based incubators, initiated in 1999–2000. Startups receive access to prototyping facilities, a vast mentor network, co-working space, the Idea Lounge, conference rooms, subsidised office space within the IIT Delhi campus, and business support services including IPR management and legal/financial guidance. The Research and Innovation Park, managed by FITT, houses more than 125 startups and R&D labs on campus.
Key funding schemes hosted through FITT include TIDE-II (MeitY), NIDHI-SSS, SISFS, SAMRIDH, and BIRAC BIG — and corporate innovation programs from Boeing, Samsung, Sona Comstar, Pfizer, and Meta. FITT also hosts an Atal Incubation Centre (AIC) and a BioNEST biotechnology incubation facility.
Track Record
FITT has incubated 150+ active startups (280+ over history), filed 1,618+ IPRs (including 1,300+ patents), executed 185+ technology transfers, and has facilitated over ₹450 crore in cumulative funding for its portfolio. Startup domains span Biotech (44%), HealthTech (44%), Electronics & Telecom (36%), Engineering & Design (20%), and Software/Power Systems (36%).
Who Should Apply
FITT is ideal for technology-first founders — especially IIT Delhi students, alumni, and researchers — building deep-tech products in areas such as clean energy, mobility, defence, aerospace, cybersecurity, healthcare, AI/IoT, and advanced materials. External founders with strong technology differentiation are also eligible. Technology-driven startups in their first five years, registered as private limited companies in India with majority Indian shareholding, are eligible to apply.
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Frequently asked questions about FITT, IIT Delhi
What is the full form of FITT?
FITT stands for Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer.
What does FITT, IIT Delhi do?
FITT, IIT Delhi — Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer The Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer (FITT) is the primary industry-academia interface of IIT Delhi.
Where is FITT, IIT Delhi located?
FITT, IIT Delhi is based in New Delhi, Delhi, India.
What programs does FITT, IIT Delhi run?
FITT, IIT Delhi currently has 2 open programmes: Unnati Se Pragati — Startup Acceleration (UNNATI AI 2.0) and Kotak BizLabs Season 3 Accelerator. 14 further programmes have run in the past.
What sectors does FITT, IIT Delhi support?
FITT, IIT Delhi works with startups in Deep Tech, Biotech, HealthTech, CleanTech, Defence and Aerospace and other sectors.
What stage of startup does FITT, IIT Delhi support?
FITT, IIT Delhi supports startups at the Ideation, Validation and Early Revenue stages.
What facilities does FITT, IIT Delhi offer?
FITT, IIT Delhi offers Co-working space & Idea Lounge, Conference Rooms & Suites and Laboratories.
Is FITT, IIT Delhi government recognised?
FITT, IIT Delhi holds the following recognitions and affiliations: NIDHI Seed Support Scheme, TIDE 2.0, SAMRIDH, Startup India Seed Fund Scheme and Ministry of MSME Program.
How do I apply to FITT, IIT Delhi?
Applications run through each programme's own call. FITT, IIT Delhi lists 2 open programmes — check the programme page for its deadline and eligibility, or apply via https://fitt-iitd.in/.
When was FITT, IIT Delhi founded?
FITT, IIT Delhi was founded in 1992. It operates as an academic.
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