IndiaAI Innovation Challenge

Closed IndiaAI Mission, Ministry of Electronics and IT All of India

Grant plus other support

Up to ₹25 lakh each for shortlisted teams to pilot; winner gets a contract of up to ₹1 crore

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What it funds: Funded pilots and government contracts for AI solutions to ministry problem statements
Who can apply: Indian startup or company; unregistered teams must incorporate if shortlisted
Solution fits a published problem statement
You keep the IP; IndiaAI gets a non exclusive licence
When you can apply: ClosedNew rounds are launched with line ministries. None open now
How to apply: Submit to an open problem statement on the AIKosh competitions page
Best for: Prototype, Early revenue stage
Sectors: AI/ML SaaS GovTech
Run by: Government of India

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