Nitto Denko Startup Innovation Challenge: Flexible Sensing at SINE
The Nitto Denko Startup Innovation Challenge is a collaborative program between SINE IIT Bombay and Nitto Denko Corporation, focused on advancing innovations in flexible sensing technologies and enabling long-term strategic partnerships. The program aims to support startups that can leverage Nitto Denko's highly flexible and stretchable sensors (designed to measure angular displacement, flexing, strain, torsion, or force sensing) to create innovative solutions. The program duration is
About this scheme
The Nitto Denko Startup Innovation Challenge is a collaborative program between SINE IIT Bombay and Nitto Denko Corporation, focused on advancing innovations in flexible sensing technologies and enabling long-term strategic partnerships.
The program aims to support startups that can leverage Nitto Denko's highly flexible and stretchable sensors (designed to measure angular displacement, flexing, strain, torsion, or force sensing) to create innovative solutions. The program duration is structured for three months.
Key Offerings:
Funding: Paid PoC (Proof-of-Concept) Opportunity with milestone-based progress tracking.
Mentorship: Access to Nitto Denko's technical experts, SINE's pool of mentors (business modeling, GTM strategy), and industry leaders.
Resources: Access to SINE's lab infrastructure as per guidelines.
Strategic Partnership: Opportunity to demonstrate the solution at Demo Day to Nitto Denko leadership for potential strategic collaboration.
Who can apply
- Applicant Type: Must be a DPIIT-registered startup.
- Stage: Must be at the MVP (Minimum Viable Product) or post-MVP stage.
- Wearables and Smart Textiles
- Healthcare, Rehabilitation, and Assistive Technologies
- Industrial Robotics and Automation
- Automotive and Mobility Solutions
- Consumer Electronics and IoT
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How much funding does Nitto Denko Startup Innovation Challenge: Flexible Sensing at SINE provide?
Nitto Denko Startup Innovation Challenge: Flexible Sensing at SINE provides support amount varies. The exact amount sanctioned depends on the proposal and the evaluation by the program authority.
Is Nitto Denko Startup Innovation Challenge: Flexible Sensing at SINE currently accepting applications?
Closed on Nov 11, 2025. Always confirm the current window with the program authority before preparing your application.
Does Nitto Denko Startup Innovation Challenge: Flexible Sensing at SINE 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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