WeaveX Textile Incubation Program – IIM Kozhikode Live
By IIMK LIVE
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Quick Answer
Grants up to ₹50L + mentorship for Indian textile innovation startups , IIM Kozhikode's sector-focused incubation programme.
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 30 June 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by IIMK LIVE. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this grant
WeaveX is a sector-focused incubation programme by IIM Kozhikode Live (IIMK Live), designed to support startups working across the textile value chain , from sustainable materials and smart manufacturing to supply chain optimisation and textile recycling. The programme selects 10 companies per year and offers grants of up to ₹50 lakh per startup, alongside mentorship, industry connects, and investor access.
The programme targets twelve focus domains: textile waste management, sustainable fabrics, AI-based quality inspection, supply chain transparency, water optimisation, smart wearables, open innovation in textiles, textile recycling marketplaces, energy efficiency, anti-counterfeiting and traceability, MSME automation, and e-commerce fit solutions. This coverage spans both hardware and software innovation in textiles , from biodegradable material development and industrial water reuse to AI defect detection systems and digital product authentication.
WeaveX is open to a wide range of applicants: early-stage startups at the idea or prototype stage, growth-stage ventures looking to scale, individual innovators with validated concepts, and teams focusing on sustainability and the circular economy. Incorporated and unincorporated entities are both eligible, and prior funding history is not a criterion.
Programme offerings include expert mentorship, technical guidance, business strategy support, market access facilitation, and investor network access , structured to help textile startups refine their offerings and accelerate commercialisation within the evolving textile ecosystem. The programme is backed by IIM Kozhikode's institutional network, which has a track record of supporting funded ventures and alumni-led companies across its innovation programmes.
India's textile sector , the second largest employer in the country , is undergoing significant transformation driven by sustainability mandates, export market requirements, and technology adoption in MSMEs. WeaveX is one of the few India-based incubation programmes specifically focused on this sector, making it particularly relevant for founders building at the intersection of textile manufacturing, sustainability, and technology.
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Grant providers
IIMK LIVE is the business incubator and entrepreneurship development centre of IIM Kozhikode, set up in June 2016 with support from India's Department of Science and Technology. It works out of two campuses in Kerala: the IIM Kozhikode campus itself, and a second office at…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹50 Lakhs
- Fund type
- Grant
- Equity
- Equity-free
- Repayment
- Non-repayable
What You Get
Selected startups receive grants of up to ₹50 lakh per company. 10 companies are supported per annual cohort. Beyond the grant, participants receive expert mentorship, technical guidance, business strategy support, investor network access, and market access facilitation through IIM Kozhikode Live's ecosystem.
- Cohort size
- 10 startups
- Application fee
- Free
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Application Fee
Free
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
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.
- 3
Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
- 4
Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much grant support does WeaveX offer?
Up to ₹50 lakh per selected startup. 10 companies are funded per annual cohort. Application is free.
What textile domains does the programme focus on?
Textile waste management, sustainable fabrics, AI-based quality inspection, supply chain transparency, water optimisation, smart wearables, MSME automation, energy efficiency, textile recycling marketplaces, e-commerce fit solutions, anti-counterfeiting and traceability, and open textile innovation.
Do I need to be incorporated to apply?
No. Both incorporated and unincorporated startups or individual innovators can apply. Startups at the idea, prototype, early users, or paying users stage are all eligible.
Is prior funding or revenue required?
No. The programme is open to startups with or without prior funding, currently raising or not, and with or without revenue.
What support does WeaveX provide beyond the grant?
Expert mentorship, technical guidance, business strategy support, investor network access, and market access facilitation — all structured to help textile startups refine their offering and accelerate commercialisation.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
