NLDSL DigiTwin Grand Challenge 2026

Closes 14 Nov 2026 NICDC Logistics Data Services (NLDSL), with NICDC and DPIIT Startup India All of India

Prize

Grand prize ₹5 lakh per theme. Sector prizes ₹3 lakh each.

Apply on the official site

What it funds: Prizes for digital twin and freight model solutions for Indian logistics
Who can apply: Team of 2 to 5 people based in India
One member with data, AI, GIS or software skills
Students, startups, companies and researchers can enter
When you can apply: Closes 14 Nov 2026
How to apply: Register your team on the challenge portal. Submit a concept note by 14 Nov 2026.
Best for: Idea, Prototype stage
Sectors: LogisticsAI/ML Mobility
Run by: Government of India

Rainmatter Foundation Grants and FellowshipsAmount set per project Open all year
Support for International Patent Protection in Electronics and IT (SIP-EIT)Up to ₹15 lakh per invention (50% of cost) Open all year
TCOE India: Prototyping, PoC, Validation and Pilot SupportUp to 80% of cost, max ₹50 lakh per pilot Open all year
UNICEF Venture FundUp to USD 100,000 Open all year
AI for Good Innovation Factory$20,000 cash prize for the Grand Finale winner Open now
Databricks for StartupsUp to $200,000 in Databricks and Neon credits Open all year
Medical Device Clinical Studies Support Scheme (MDCSS)Up to ₹5 crore for a clinical investigation. Covers 25% of cost; 70% if turnover is ₹10 crore or less. Closed
Marginal Investment Scheme for Reducing Import Dependence in Medical Devices (MIS-RID)10% to 20% of project cost, up to ₹10 crore, paid after commissioning Closed

Starter opens 30 grants in full. Pro opens every one.