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Incubator Bangalore, Karnataka Est. 2015

DERBI Foundation

Healthcare incubator at Dayananda Sagar University, Bengaluru, backed by DST NIDHI and DBT-BIRAC, running pre-incubation to acceleration tracks.

100+ startups supported 4 programs listed

About DERBI Foundation

DERBI Foundation, the Dayananda Sagar Entrepreneurship Research and Business Incubation Foundation, is a healthcare-focused incubator in Bengaluru, set up in 2015. Backed by DST's NIDHI ecosystem, DBT-BIRAC, DPIIT-Startup India, MeitY, and the Karnataka IT and BT ministry, it gives early tech ventures advanced technology support and business mentoring.

Its work runs on three flagship programmes: PACE, a three-to-four-month pre-incubation track using the Stanford BioDesign method; GALLOP, a two-year incubation covering product development, regulatory help, IP support, go-to-market strategy, and seed funding; and EMERGE, a tailored acceleration track for later-stage healthcare startups focused on scaling and revenue. So far the foundation has supported more than 100 entrepreneurs end to end, from idea validation through market entry and growth, with every programme built around the particular demands of healthcare, including regulatory compliance, clinical evidence, and reimbursement strategy.

Healthcare and MedTech founders at any stage, from early innovators needing pre-incubation to growth-stage teams after regulatory support, clinical validation, and scaling help, fit Bengaluru's healthcare-innovation ecosystem here. It is online at derbifoundation.com.

Who they work with

Stages
Idea MVP / Prototype Early Revenue Growth
Sectors
Biotech, Health & Pharma

Programs by DERBI Foundation 4

Closed Grant
FundingUp to Rs. 10 lakh
Equity-free MVP / Prototype Early Revenue

The DST NIDHI Start-to-Scale Startup Support program, powered by the DERBI Foundation, is a 3-month acceleration program designed as a launchpad for massive growth in the HealthTech sector. It specifically targets founders with market-ready products (TRL 9) to transform India's Healthtech landscape through structured mentorship, prototyping support, and market access. Key Benefits: Funding: Deployment Grants up to Rs. 10 Lakhs. Connects: Strategic Customer Connects and

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Closed Grant
FundingSupport amount varies
Equity-free MVP / Prototype Early Revenue

Karnataka Acceleration Network (KAN) Cohort 2 is a flagship 6-month acceleration program initiated by the Government of Karnataka to support and scale high-potential, growth-stage startups across the state. The program is implemented with DERBI Foundation serving as the Mentor Accelerator and Implementing Partner, along with ecosystem partners such as GINSERV and JAIN Launchpad. KAN is designed to help startups move from potential to performance through structured, expert-led

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Closed Fellowship
FundingUp to Rs. 7 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype

The MeitY TIDE 2.0 Grant/Fellowship Program at DERBI Foundation is an early-stage startup support initiative designed to help founders build, validate, and scale impact-driven ventures. Supported by MeitY Startup Hub and the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, the program focuses on nurturing innovation-led startups working in high-impact technology and sustainability-driven sectors. Selected startups receive financial grant support along with

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Closed Grant
FundingUp to Rs. 10 lakh
Equity-free

The NIDHI-PRomoting and Accelerating Young and Aspiring Technology Entrepreneurs (PRAYAS) program at DERBI Foundation is designed to help young innovators convert their technology-driven ideas into physical prototypes. As part of a national initiative by the Department of Science & Technology, the program aims to build a vibrant innovation ecosystem by providing crucial support to idea-stage entrepreneurs who offer a physical product. The scheme is focused on nurturing ideas into successful

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Frequently asked questions

What funding programs does DERBI Foundation run?

DERBI Foundation currently has 4 programs listed in this directory, including DST NIDHI Start-to-Scale Startup Support at DERBI Foundation, Karnataka Acceleration Network (KAN) Cohort 2 at DERBI Foundation, MeitY TIDE 2.0 Grant/Fellowship Program at DERBI Foundation. Each program page covers the funding amount, eligibility and application process.

Is DERBI Foundation a government organisation?

DERBI 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 DERBI 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 DERBI 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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