DPIIT's National Startup Awards 6.0 recognises 20 sectoral categories with ₹25 Lakh cash each; Category 4 is Climate-Tech, Clean Energy & Sustainability. DPIIT-recognised startups, open 27 Oct–20 Nov 2026.
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National Startup Awards 6.0 — Climate-Tech, Clean Energy & Sustainability
DPIIT's National Startup Awards 6.0 recognises 20 sectoral categories with ₹25 Lakh cash each; Category 4 is Climate-Tech, Clean Energy & Sustainability. DPIIT-recognised startups, open 27 Oct–20 Nov 2026.
Amount₹25 Lakh (Climate-Tech category winner)
FunderDPIIT (Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade), Government of India
Deadline2026-11-20
SectorClimate Tech (Cross-Sector / General)
StageEarly, Growth, Scale
TypeGrant
Program Details
- ₹25 Lakh cash prize for the winner of each of 20 sectoral categories
- Category 4: Climate-Tech, Clean Energy & Sustainability (decarbonisation focus)
- DPIIT-recognised startups registered on the Startup India portal
- A startup may apply to up to 3 sectoral categories + 2 special categories
- Open 27 Oct – 20 Nov 2026 (national award, no equity)
- Special categories: Women-Led Startup of the Year, North-East Excellence, Student Innovator
Source last verified 2026-11-09· Always confirm details on the funder's site before applying.
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