Uttishthati Foundation i-TBI Ignition Grant 2.0 — NIT Hamirpur
Under NIDHI-iTBI (Ignition Grant) by Uttishthati Foundation i-TBI, NIT Hamirpur
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Quick Answer
Seed grant up to ₹10L for early-stage startups in deeptech, energy, agritech, and healthtech.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹10L
- Funding type
- Grant
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 10 June 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by Uttishthati Foundation i-TBI, NIT Hamirpur. 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 Ignition Grant 2.0 (FY 2026-27) is a seed funding program run by Uttishthati Foundation i-TBI, the DST-NIDHI iTBI incubator at NIT Hamirpur. It supports early-stage founders with ideas in deeptech, clean energy, smart infrastructure, agritech, and life sciences — particularly those solving problems relevant to hilly and Himalayan geographies.
Selected startups receive up to ₹10 lakh in seed funding, along with incubation support from the Uttishthati Foundation's 7,118 sq. ft. facility at NIT Hamirpur. The program covers idea refinement, prototype development, and deployment support — moving founders from concept to a testable, market-ready product. Mentorship comes from NIT Hamirpur faculty, industry experts, and a Board of Governors that includes members from IIT Mandi, Ericsson, DST, and private industry.
Focus domains include AI and machine integration, solar and wind energy, environment-resilient and seismic-resistant construction, smart infrastructure, disaster management technology, glacier and river water solutions, hill-region agriculture tools, Himalayan medicinal plant supply chains, and food and fruit processing technology.
The program is open to startups across sectors, not just those based in Himachal Pradesh, making it a strong entry point for idea-stage founders seeking non-dilutive funding alongside structured incubation support.
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
Uttishthati Foundation is the incubator at the National Institute of Technology Hamirpur, in Himachal Pradesh. It is a Section 8 not-for-profit company, set up in 2023 to run an Inclusive Technology Business Incubator (i-TBI) funded by the Department of Science and Technology.…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹10L
- Fund type
- Grant
- Equity
- Equity-free
- Repayment
- Non-repayable
What You Get
Seed funding of up to ₹10 lakh in non-dilutive capital for idea-to-prototype development. Includes incubation in a 7,118 sq. ft. facility at NIT Hamirpur, mentorship from NIT faculty, industry experts, and a Board of Governors with members from IIT Mandi, Ericsson, and DST.
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Selection Process
Applications submitted via Google Form are reviewed by the i-TBI evaluation panel. Shortlisted applicants pitch their idea, identify support requirements, and demonstrate a product prototype before final evaluation by the incubator committee. Selected startups receive up to ₹10 lakh and begin incubation at NIT Hamirpur.
Application Process
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Online Application
Submit the application on the official Google Form with idea / solution details, founder information, sector fit (DeepTech, Green Energy, Smart Construction, AgriTech / Himalayan Bio-Resources, HealthTech) and supporting documents.
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How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
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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.
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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.
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Line up your documents
Keep every document from the checklist ready in one folder. Missing docs are the #1 reason applications get bounced.
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Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
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Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the Uttishthati Foundation Ignition Grant 2.0?
Innovators with science or technology-based ideas and early-stage startups working in the program's focus domains. Applications are open to individuals as well as registered startups.
How much funding does the program offer?
Up to ₹10 lakh per selected startup, disbursed as a prototype / ignition grant under the DST NIDHI i-TBI scheme.
Does the program take equity?
No. The grant is non-dilutive — Uttishthati Foundation does not take equity in selected startups.
What sectors are in focus for FY 2026-27?
DeepTech & AI, Renewable & Green Energy, Smart Infrastructure & Sustainable Construction, AgriTech & Himalayan Bio-Resources, and HealthTech & Life Sciences.
Where is the program based?
Uttishthati Foundation is the i-TBI (Section 8 company) at NIT Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh. Selected startups are incubated through the NIT Hamirpur innovation ecosystem.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
