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iDEX Defence India Startup Challenge (DISC)

Closed Defence Innovation Organisation, Ministry of Defence All of India

Grant

Up to ₹1.5 crore per problem statement

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What it funds
Building a prototype that solves a published armed forces problem statement
Who can apply
  • Indian startup, MSME or individual innovator
  • Solution addresses a specific published problem statement
When you can apply
ClosedNext DISC edition not announced. DISC 14 closed May 2026
How to apply
Apply on the iDEX portal against a DISC problem statement or the Open Challenge
Best for
Prototype, Early revenue stage
Run by
Government of India

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