FundingRs. 10 lakh to Rs. 30 lakh
Equity-free Idea Logistics & Mobility
ClosesJun 15, 2026
Closed Grant Equity-free
Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR) Program
by IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation
The Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR) Program at IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation (IITTNiF) is designed to encourage aspiring innovators and first-generation entrepreneurs to pursue technology-based entrepreneurship by reducing early-stage risk and opportunity cost. Powered by Operation Dronagiri and the Geo-Intel Lab at IITTNiF, the program supports individuals with high-potential, deep-tech ideas to convert them into product-driven and scalable startups. The initiative focuses on
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About this scheme
The Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR) Program at IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation (IITTNiF) is designed to encourage aspiring innovators and first-generation entrepreneurs to pursue technology-based entrepreneurship by reducing early-stage risk and opportunity cost.
Powered by Operation Dronagiri and the Geo-Intel Lab at IITTNiF, the program supports individuals with high-potential, deep-tech ideas to convert them into product-driven and scalable startups. The initiative focuses on building technology strength, job creation, and social impact by enabling innovators to work full-time on their startup ideas.
Selected EiR fellows receive monthly fellowship support, structured mentorship, access to co-working spaces and prototyping labs, business and industry connect, and an opportunity for incubation at IITTNiF for further product development and commercialization.
Who can apply
- Applicant must be an Indian citizen
- Must have completed 4 years of full-time undergraduate or postgraduate education in science or engineering
- OR a 3-year science/engineering degree or diploma with 2 years of full-time work experience
- Must be a first-generation entrepreneur and commit full-time to the proposed idea
- Must propose a scalable, technology-based business idea aimed at commercialization
- Must be willing to register for incubation at IITTNiF
- Applicants should not be promoters or significant shareholders (more than 10%) in another company
- Applicants should not have availed any other startup or innovator grant earlier
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Open the official applicationFrequently asked questions
How much funding does Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR) Program provide?
Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR) Program provides up to Rs. 30,000. The exact amount sanctioned depends on the proposal and the evaluation by the program authority.
Is Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR) Program currently accepting applications?
Closed on Jan 18, 2026. Always confirm the current window with the program authority before preparing your application.
Does Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR) Program 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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