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ProgramDDWS Innovation Challenge 2025-26
Pays up to INR 3 lakh for rural water-testing and sanitation innovations.
About
Selected innovators get national visibility, structured mentorship from IIT Madras faculty and domain experts, field-trial opportunities, and incubation or proof-of-concept support, alongside the cash award. The program is meant as a route to real-world validation and scale-up aligned with missions like Jal Jeevan Mission, the funding is equity-free, and applicants apply directly with DDWS.
Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.