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AssisTech Foundation

cATalyst Startup Acceleration Programme

Funds up to Rs. 50 lakh, equity-free, for assistive-tech startups serving disabled users.

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Backed by SBI Foundation and run by AssisTech Foundation, this program pairs funding with deep mentoring, strategic partnerships, and community support to take an MVP-stage startup toward scalable impact. Applications are submitted directly to AssisTech Foundation, which handles selection.

What this grant funds

For India-registered startups building assistive technology that empowers people with disabilities, with a clear technological component and a working MVP ready for testing. The goal is solutions that improve learning, livelihood, and independent living for this group.

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CycleiHow often this grant runs - e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.No fixed schedule
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.-
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.-
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.-
Award typeiThe form of funding - grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.-
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.-
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