Rajasthan Atal Innovation Award (Rajasthan Innovation Challenge)

Closed Department of IT and Communication, Government of Rajasthan (iStart Rajasthan) Rajasthan

Prize

Up to ₹5 crore first prize; ₹1 crore second; ₹50 lakh each for third

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What it funds: Prize grants for tech solutions to problem statements set by Rajasthan government departments
Who can apply: Startups, innovators, students or technology companies
Solution must answer a posted state problem statement
Approval on iStart needed before any work order
When you can apply: ClosedNew problem statements are posted during the year
How to apply: Pick a live problem statement on the Rajasthan Innovation Challenge portal and apply
Best for: Idea, Prototype, Early revenue stage
Sectors: GovTech
Run by: State governments

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