NIDHI-PRAYAS provides up to ₹10 lakh for innovators to transform ideas into validated prototypes. Sector-agnostic program with a current call open from May to June 2026 through PRAYAS centres nationwide.
GrantRolling — no fixed deadline, check funder
DST NIDHI-PRAYAS Prototyping Grant
NIDHI-PRAYAS provides up to ₹10 lakh for innovators to transform ideas into validated prototypes. Sector-agnostic program with a current call open from May to June 2026 through PRAYAS centres nationwide.
Amount₹10 Lakh
FunderDST (Department of Science & Technology)
DeadlineRolling / Ongoing
SectorClimate Tech (Cross-Sector / General)
StageIdeation, Proof of Concept
TypeGrant
Program Details
- Grant up to ₹10 Lakhs for prototype development
- Sector-agnostic — open to all technology domains
- Individual innovators and early-stage startups eligible
- Access to 50+ PRAYAS centres across India
- 6-8 month program duration with mentorship
- Pathway to incorporate as DPIIT-registered startup
This program has no fixed deadline — confirm the current application window on the funder's official page.
Source last verified 2026-07-25· Always confirm details on the funder's site before applying.
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