VentureVibe 3.0 – Idea to Reality
By KLE CTIE (KLE Technological University)
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Quick Answer
A grant scheme by KLE Technological University to help early-stage innovators convert ideas into proof of concept with funding up to ₹4 Lakhs.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹4L
- Funding type
- Grant
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 27 January 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by KLE CTIE (KLE Technological University). Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this grant
VentureVibe 3.0 – Idea to Reality is an initiative designed to help early-stage innovators convert their ideas into a Proof of Concept (PoC) through structured support and funding.
The program offers funding support of up to ₹4 Lakhs to enable idea validation, early development, and technical feasibility assessment. It is targeted at nurturing innovation within academic ecosystems and encouraging students and faculty to build impactful technology-driven solutions.
Eligibility
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Grant providers
KLE CTIE is the technology business incubator of KLE Technological University in Hubballi, Karnataka. Its full name is the Centre for Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship, and it sits on the university's BVB campus at Vidyanagar, with two further centres added in 2023 —…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹4L
- Fund type
- Grant
What You Get
Provides up to ₹4,00,000 in grant funding for idea validation, early development, and technical feasibility assessment to turn an idea into a Proof of Concept (PoC).
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?
The program offers funding support of up to ₹4 Lakhs.
Who is eligible to apply?
Students and faculty members applying with students who are Indian citizens, under 35 years of age, and not a promoter or shareholder of another company.
What can the funding be used for?
The funding can be used for idea validation, early development, and technical feasibility assessment to build a Proof of Concept (PoC).
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
