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Create in India Challenge Season 2 (WAVES 2027)

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Grant

Up to ₹1 crore per selected challenge

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What it funds
Grant to organisations, including startups, that run industry led creative challenges in animation, VFX, gaming and AI
Who can apply
  • Industry bodies, companies, startups, non profits and academic institutions
  • Proposal to run a creative challenge (animation, VFX, gaming, AI and more)
When you can apply
ClosedChallenges for creators expected to open ahead of WAVES 2027
How to apply
Submit a challenge proposal on the WAVES Bazaar portal during a call
Best for
Early revenue, Growth stage
Run by
Government of India

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