FUNDING & STARTUP SUPPORT
MeitY TIDE 2.0 Grant
Grant-in-aid
Programme overview
Supports an ICT-enabled proof of concept as it develops into a prototype or minimum viable product, with a clear customer need and potential for scale.
Eligibility and conditions
- Indian citizen with the listed science/engineering education route: four years of degree study, or three years plus two years of work experience.
- First-generation, full-time entrepreneur with no concurrent remuneration or fellowship.
- An ICT/software component and a credible technology-business plan.
- Indian-incorporated startup with at least 51% Indian-citizen equity; incorporation within three months of accepting support is described.
What support is offered?
- Prototype/MVP funding, mentoring, lab and coworking support.
- Preference for women, patents or provisional applications, and a dedicated team.
- Relevant areas include healthcare, education, agriculture, payments, transport, environment and clean energy.
Application and selection
Prepare a business plan for the idea/PoC and a presentation including the investment proposal. Expert shortlisting and a selection presentation precede final results.
Speak to the programme team
Ask KIIT-TBI for the current call and application route. A listing here does not indicate that applications are open.
Programme details adapted from MTIF’s linked KIIT-TBI MeitY TIDE 2.0 Grant information. Campus 11, KIIT-DU, Bhubaneswar, Odisha 751024.
Information checked on 26 September 2026. Awards depend on the current call, assessment and scheme terms.