FundingUp to Rs. 41.75 lakh
Equity-free MVP / Prototype
ClosesJun 25, 2026
Closed Grant Equity-free
DPCC Innovation Challenge for Air Pollution Reduction
by Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC)
The DPCC Innovation Challenge is a flagship initiative launched by the Government of NCT of Delhi to source and support low-cost, easy-to-maintain, scalable, and effective technological solutions for air pollution in Delhi. The challenge invites path-breaking ideas to address two main areas: 1. Reducing/absorbing/capturing PM2.5 and PM10 emissions from BS-IV or below vehicles. 2. Reducing/absorbing/capturing PM2.5 and PM10 emissions from the ambient air. The support is provided
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About this scheme
The DPCC Innovation Challenge is a flagship initiative launched by the Government of NCT of Delhi to source and support low-cost, easy-to-maintain, scalable, and effective technological solutions for air pollution in Delhi.
The challenge invites path-breaking ideas to address two main areas:
1. Reducing/absorbing/capturing PM2.5 and PM10 emissions from BS-IV or below vehicles.
2. Reducing/absorbing/capturing PM2.5 and PM10 emissions from the ambient air.
The support is provided in three stages, covering the cost of rigorous testing and awarding cash prizes:
Initial Award: Rs. 5 lakhs will be given for EVERY proposal that successfully clears Stage 2 (Field Trials and Validation).
Final Award: An incentive of Rs. 50 lakhs will be awarded to every project that clears Stage 3 and is formally recommended to the GNCTD for potential deployment.
Testing Costs: Covered by DPCC (up to Rs. 10 lakhs per submission for Stage 2).
Who can apply
- Applicant Type: Open to Individuals, Start-ups (DPIIT-registered), R&D Institutions, Universities, Companies, Partnerships, and any other legal entity or team across India.
- Prototype Requirement: Participants must have working prototypes/models/devices that are ready for field demonstration. Proof via video/photographs is required.
- Readiness Level: Solutions are primarily assessed against Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 6, 9.
- Solution Focus: Must address the specified goals of reducing vehicular or ambient PM2.5/PM10 emissions.
- Compliance: Must submit a self-signed declaration to bear the cost of providing at least 5 units of the model for testing, if required by the Independent Technical Evaluation Committee (ITEC).
Eligible entity types: Individual Innovator, Private Limited, LLP, Partnership, Proprietorship
Official application
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Open the official applicationFrequently asked questions
How much funding does DPCC Innovation Challenge for Air Pollution Reduction provide?
DPCC Innovation Challenge for Air Pollution Reduction provides rs. 5 lakh to Rs. 50 lakh. The exact amount sanctioned depends on the proposal and the evaluation by the program authority.
Is DPCC Innovation Challenge for Air Pollution Reduction currently accepting applications?
Closed on Nov 15, 2025. Always confirm the current window with the program authority before preparing your application.
Does DPCC Innovation Challenge for Air Pollution Reduction take equity?
No. This program is listed as equity-free, which means the funding does not dilute your shareholding. Review the official terms for any debt or convertible components.
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