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Innovative Projects Startup Grand Challenge — Rooftop Solar & DRE (PM Surya Ghar)

MNRE's startup challenge for Rooftop Solar (RTS) and Distributed Renewable Energy (DRE) innovations, run with Startup India under PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. Prize pool ₹2.3 crore across four themes: affordability, resilience, inclusivity, environmental sustainability.

Amount₹2.3 Cr prize pool (1st: ₹1 Cr)

FunderMNRE / Startup India (PM Surya Ghar)

DeadlineRolling / Ongoing

SectorRenewable Energy & Clean Energy

StageIdeation, Validation, Early

TypeGrant

Program Details

1st prize ₹1 Cr, 2nd ₹50 Lakh, 3rd ₹30 Lakh, 10 consolation prizes ₹5 Lakh each
Four themes: affordability, resilience, inclusivity, environmental sustainability
Open to all DPIIT-recognised startups
Winners get incubation support via MNRE / NISE and pilot implementation opportunities
Note: portal timeline section shows prior-cycle dates; current window per MNRE announcements
Non-dilutive prize money

This program has no fixed deadline — confirm the current application window on the funder's official page.

Source last verified 2026-08-11· Always confirm details on the funder's site before applying.

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