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IKP Knowledge Park

Future Stars U25 Grant

Pays five under-25 Indian founders up to Rs. 5 lakh each to build their idea.

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Winners get a cash grant plus tailored mentorship and access to IKP's network to help commercialise their idea. Applications go directly to IKP Knowledge Park, which runs selection, and the exact amount sanctioned depends on the proposal and the program authority's evaluation.

What this grant funds

IKP Knowledge Park looks for exceptional early-stage startups led by founders under 25 with innovative ideas that can help future-proof India. It selects five founders per round who are ready to move from ideation toward growth.

Key facts
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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