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NIDHI (National Initiative for Developing & Harnessing Innovations)

NIDHI — Incubation Support

Supports deep-tech and science-based startups through a network of Indian incubators and prototype centers.

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The National Initiative for Developing and Harnessing Innovations (NIDHI) is a startup incubation programme administered by India's Department of Science and Technology (DST), established under the Ministry of Science and Technology with an annual budget of approximately ₹6,067 crore (FY 2021-22). NIDHI channels DST funding through a network of more than 100 DST-recognised incubators — referred to…

What this grant funds

Deep-tech and science-based startups in India; sector-agnostic within science and engineering domains.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
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.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: en.wikipedia.org