FundingRs. 10 lakh to Rs. 30 lakh
Equity-free Idea Logistics & Mobility
ClosesJun 15, 2026
Closed Grant Equity-free
FutureSites Innovation Program by CII CIES
FutureSites Innovation Program is a joint initiative by DPIIT Startup India and the CII Centre of Excellence for Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Startups, in collaboration with a leading Oil and Gas corporate retail business unit. The program is designed to accelerate next-generation retail technology solutions by enabling startups to solve real-world operational challenges in live retail environments. The program focuses on three strategic challenge areas including agentic store operations
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About this scheme
FutureSites Innovation Program is a joint initiative by DPIIT Startup India and the CII Centre of Excellence for Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Startups, in collaboration with a leading Oil and Gas corporate retail business unit. The program is designed to accelerate next-generation retail technology solutions by enabling startups to solve real-world operational challenges in live retail environments.
The program focuses on three strategic challenge areas including agentic store operations, modernized and observable store and head office infrastructure, and AI-enabled customer 360 personalization platforms. Selected startups get the opportunity to validate, pilot, and scale their solutions with an enterprise partner, enabling faster market access, business validation, and revenue pathways.
FutureSites is built for startups that are ready to scale and demonstrate measurable business impact, offering structured validation, CXO-level mentorship, and nationwide rollout opportunities without any application or participation fees.
Who can apply
- High-potential startups building scalable technology solutions for retail
- Solution must directly address one or more defined challenge areas
- Product should be tested or in early deployments
- Founders or core team members with relevant domain expertise
- Solution must be technically, operationally, and commercially scalable
- Ability to run a pilot within 1 to 3 months
- Startup age must be less than 10 years
- International startups are eligible if they can deploy pilots in India
Official application
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How much funding does FutureSites Innovation Program by CII CIES provide?
FutureSites Innovation Program by CII CIES provides support amount varies. The exact amount sanctioned depends on the proposal and the evaluation by the program authority.
Is FutureSites Innovation Program by CII CIES currently accepting applications?
Closed on Feb 15, 2026. Always confirm the current window with the program authority before preparing your application.
Does FutureSites Innovation Program by CII CIES 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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