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Incubator Rajpura, Punjab Est. 2015

Chitkara Innovation Incubator Foundation

One of the largest government-supported incubators in North India at Chitkara University Punjab, having funded 101+ startups with DST, MeitY, and Startup Punjab backing.

200+ startups supported 1 program listed

About Chitkara Innovation Incubator Foundation

Chitkara Innovation Incubator Foundation (CIIF) is a Section 8 Company established in 2015 at Chitkara University, Punjab. Recognized as a Technology Business Incubator (TBI) and backed by the Department of Science & Technology (DST), MeitY Startup Hub, Startup India, and Startup Punjab, CIIF is one of the largest government-supported incubators in North India with over 200 startups engaged.

CIIF has funded 101 startups to date, providing seed funding to help ventures develop business ideas, create prototypes, conduct market research, and cover initial expenses. The incubator engages with 5,000+ startups annually, evaluates over 500 applications, mentors 200 early-stage ventures, and maintains a network of 100 industry mentors and investors. Programs include the NIDHI Seed Support Program, accelerator cohorts, and capacity building workshops.

The foundation provides a comprehensive support ecosystem spanning deep mentoring, accelerator programs, and strategic investor connections.

## Who Benefits

Early-stage tech entrepreneurs and student founders in North India seeking seed funding, structured incubation, mentorship, and access to government-backed funding schemes through a university-affiliated incubator.

Who they work with

Stages
Idea MVP / Prototype Early Revenue
Sectors
AI, SaaS & Enterprise Edtech & Skilling Biotech, Health & Pharma Agritech & Food Climate, Energy & EV

Programs by Chitkara Innovation Incubator Foundation 1

Closed Grant

MEITY TIDE 2.0 EiR & Grant at Chitkara

by Chitkara Innovation Incubator Foundation

FundingUp to Rs. 7 lakh
Equity-free

The MEITY TIDE 2.0 Grant is a program designed to support startups in converting a valid Proof of Concept (PoC) into a prototype or a Minimum Viable Product (MVP). The grant provides financial assistance, access to technical experts, and mentorship. The objective is to promote tech entrepreneurship in areas of societal relevance, utilizing emerging technologies such as IoT, AI, Blockchain, and Robotics.

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Frequently asked questions

What funding programs does Chitkara Innovation Incubator Foundation run?

Chitkara Innovation Incubator Foundation currently has 1 program listed in this directory, including MEITY TIDE 2.0 EiR & Grant at Chitkara. Each program page covers the funding amount, eligibility and application process.

Is Chitkara Innovation Incubator Foundation a government organisation?

Chitkara Innovation Incubator Foundation is listed as a incubator. It is not a government body, and its programs follow the organisation's own selection process.

How do I evaluate whether a Chitkara Innovation Incubator Foundation program fits my startup?

Start with the stages and sectors shown on this profile, then open the program pages for eligibility conditions and document checklists. If you want a structured view, send an enquiry below and an IncorpX advisor will walk you through fit and readiness.

Do I apply to these programs through IncorpX?

No. Applications are always submitted in your own name with the respective program authority. IncorpX is independent of Chitkara Innovation Incubator Foundation and provides assistance for application preparation, document organisation and prerequisite registrations such as incorporation, DPIIT recognition, MSME and GST.

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Important disclaimer

IncorpX is a private platform operated by a private company. It is not a government department, agency or official portal, and it is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of any government body or of any organisation, incubator, accelerator, investor or partner listed in this directory. All program names, logos and trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification only.

This directory is compiled from publicly available official sources and is provided for general information only. It does not constitute legal, financial, tax or professional advice. Funding amounts, eligibility criteria, required documents, deadlines and availability are determined by each program authority and change with every cycle, so the details shown here may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm the current terms on the official program source before you apply or take any decision.

IncorpX charges no fee for the information in this directory and does not collect, process, lodge or submit any application on your behalf. Applications are made by you, in your own name, directly with the respective program authority. IncorpX provides assistance only for application preparation and for related registrations such as company incorporation, DPIIT recognition, MSME (Udyam) and GST. Eligibility, approval, disbursement and selection rest solely with the respective program authority, and IncorpX makes no representation or guarantee as to any outcome.

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