Brandworks Concept to Commercialisation Challenge

Closed Brandworks Incubation and Research Foundation, with Startup India All of India

Grant

₹3 lakh each for up to 15 startups

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What it funds: Grant-in-aid to take electronics hardware products from MVP to market fit
Who can apply: DPIIT recognised startup
Product based on electronics hardware
Revenue preferred but not required
When you can apply: Closed2026 edition not yet announced
How to apply: Apply on the Startup India challenge page when the next edition opens
Best for: Prototype, Early revenue stage
Sectors: Hardware
Run by: Incubators and universities

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