IIT Tirupati TIH • NM-ICPS
Deep Tech Funding
Up to ₹1 Crore for Research-to-Prototype Deep Tech
Deep Tech Funding under IIT Tirupati TIH supports academia-industry-startup collaborations advancing technologies from TRL 2-4 to TRL 5-6 in PNT, Earth Observation, Digital Twin and subsurface intelligence.
Sapno Se Safalta Tak
Up to ₹0 Cr
Funding Potential
Equity
Investment Route
Startup
Stage Focus
India
Application Access
Programme Overview
What Is Deep Tech Funding?
Deep Tech Funding under IIT Tirupati TIH supports academia-industry-startup collaborations advancing technologies from TRL 2-4 to TRL 5-6 in PNT, Earth Observation, Digital Twin and subsurface intelligence.
The programme combines capital support with founder guidance, investor readiness and a structured review process for qualifying ventures.
Why Founders Apply
- 01
Grant support up to ₹1 crore
- 02
Milestone-linked tranche release
- 03
DST and industry mentorship
- 04
IP and commercialisation assistance
- 05
Access to elite research labs and validation facilities
What You Unlock
Benefits Of Deep Tech Funding
Capital And Strategic Support To Help Innovative Ventures Build, Validate And Scale.
01
Grant support up to ₹1 crore
Investment support aligned to startup readiness and programme evaluation.
02
Milestone-linked tranche release
Specialist guidance to sharpen the business model and execution plan.
03
DST and industry mentorship
Access to relevant founder, mentor and investor networks.
04
IP and commercialisation assistance
Structured support for product validation and commercialisation.
05
Access to elite research labs and validation facilities
Investment support aligned to startup readiness and programme evaluation.
Who Qualifies
Deep Tech Funding Eligibility
Indian nationals with a Principal Investigator affiliated to a recognised Indian academic or research institution. Startup-only proposals are not allowed - academia-industry-startup collaboration is required, with a 12-18 month project timeline aligned to focus domains.
Entity & Stage
Registered Entity
A legally registered startup or business structure specified by the programme.
Innovation
A technology-led, scalable or high-impact solution.
Product Readiness
A PoC, prototype, MVP or early market traction, as applicable.
Readiness & Compliance
Founder Commitment
A committed team ready to engage throughout the selection process.
Compliance
Complete registrations, financial records and applicable statutory compliance.
Growth Plan
A credible use-of-funds plan and a pathway to scale.
How To Apply
Deep Tech Funding Application Process
Prepare A Complete Investor-Ready File And Progress Through Review, Pitch And Selection.
- STEP 01
PROCESS
Partner Up
Secure an academic PI and industry or startup collaboration partners.
- STEP 02
PROCESS
Technical Drafting
Prepare the TRL narrative, roadmap and collaboration file.
- STEP 03
PROCESS
Portal Submission
Submit the complete proposal through the official TIH channel.
- STEP 04
PROCESS
Evaluation
Experts assess technical feasibility, impact and delivery readiness.
- STEP 05
PROCESS
Funding Disbursement
Approved projects receive milestone-linked grant support.
- STEP 06
PROCESS
Execution & Monitoring
Teams execute over 12-18 months with progress reviews.
Paperwork
Documents Required
Important: Vikas Bharat can help organise a complete, application-ready documentation file.
Detailed project proposal with TRL entry and exit points
Prototype roadmap and timeline
IP filing strategy
Commercial deployment pathway
PI and startup team CVs
MSME certification for the industrial partner
Collaboration letters or MoUs from partners
- What is Deep Tech Funding?
- Deep Tech Funding provides equity-led capital and strategic support to qualifying innovation-driven startups.
- What funding support is available?
- Selected projects can receive up to ₹1 crore in grant-in-aid support.
- Who is eligible to apply?
- Indian collaborative proposals with an academic Principal Investigator; startup-only applications are not eligible.
- What documents are required?
- Project proposal, prototype roadmap, IP plan and collaboration letters from partners.
Deep Tech Funding Questions, Answered
Funding, Eligibility, Documents And The Application Process.
What is Deep Tech Funding?
Deep Tech Funding provides equity-led capital and strategic support to qualifying innovation-driven startups.
What funding support is available?
Who is eligible to apply?
What documents are required?
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