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Accelerator program for DPIIT-registered drone startups across India.
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The program is seeking startups that are at an early stage, with at least a Minimum Viable Product (MVP), up to those in their growth or scale stage.
Selected startups will gain access to the Center of Excellence for UAV/UAS testing, receive guidance from esteemed IIT Kanpur faculty, and leverage UDAAN program resources to accelerate their growth and navigate industry complexities.
Yes, startups will be briefed periodically on funding programs and receive guidance on structuring proposals and pitch decks. Assistance for applying to government funding programs such as iDEX, Technology Development Fund (TDF), TIDE, Genesis, TDB, and Make-1 & 2 will also be provided.
Yes, funding from SIIC will be provided on a case-to-case basis.
No, the program is open to DPIIT-registered startups across all states in India.
The UDAAN Drone Center of Excellence Program is an acceleration initiative spearheaded by SIIC IIT Kanpur, a prominent incubator dedicated to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship.
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