MC² Energy Startup Challenge (formerly Avinya)
Closed Federation of Indian Petroleum Industry (FIPI), via Startup India All of India
₹3 lakh (1st), ₹2 lakh (2nd), ₹1 lakh (3rd)
- Cash prizes and India Energy Week showcase for energy sector startups
- DPIIT recognised startup run by Indian citizens
- Under 10 years old and turnover below ₹100 crore
- Solution fits the energy value chain (oil and gas, renewables, alternative fuels, storage)
- Closed
- Apply on the Startup India challenge page; top 10 pitch to a jury
- Idea, Prototype, Early revenue, Growth stage
- Companies and foundations
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