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Ecosystem Partner New Delhi, Delhi Est. 1927

FICCI

Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry

India's oldest apex business chamber, founded in 1927, representing 250,000+ companies and running the FICCI for Startups initiative.

250,000+ startups supported 2 programs listed

About FICCI

The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) is India's oldest and largest apex business organisation, founded in 1927. Headquartered in New Delhi, with a presence across 12 states and 8 countries, it draws members from the corporate sector, spanning SMEs, multinationals, and public-sector enterprises, and counts an indirect membership of more than 250,000 companies through regional chambers.

It launched the dedicated FICCI for Startups initiative to give India's startup ecosystem a voice, with services and benefits tailored to emerging companies. Its work covers policy advocacy, industry-government dialogue, market-access programmes, and networking that connects startups with established businesses, investors, and government, alongside major industry events, research publications on the economy, and sector initiatives across technology, manufacturing, agriculture, healthcare, and financial services.

Startups and SMEs after industry advocacy, government engagement, market access, networking with large corporates, and participation in national and international forums benefit from engaging with it. It is online at ficci.in.

Key Initiatives

Industry policy advocacy, startup support, innovation programs, business networking, research promotion, international collaborations and sector-specific forums.

Who It Supports

Startups, MSMEs, corporates, research institutions, universities, entrepreneurs, investors and policymakers.

Programs

Innovation awards, startup initiatives, industry summits, research collaborations, business conferences and capacity-building programs.

Collaborations

Works with government ministries, industry bodies, academic institutions, international organizations and private enterprises.

Who they work with

Stages
Early Revenue Growth
Sectors
Agritech & Food AI, SaaS & Enterprise Climate, Energy & EV Consumer & D2C Deeptech & Robotics Edtech & Skilling Fintech Manufacturing & Industrial Social Impact Other Sectors

Programs by FICCI 2

Closed Award
FundingNational Recognition Award (No cash prize disclosed)
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype Agritech & Food AI, SaaS & Enterprise

The FICCI R&D Awards 2026 recognize outstanding research, innovation, and technology development by startups, MSMEs, corporates, universities, and R&D institutions across sectors including deeptech, healthcare, mobility, and clean energy.

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Closed Grant
FundingUp to Rs. 30 lakh
Equity-free MVP / Prototype Early Revenue

The FICCI Mercedes-Benz Bharat Innovation & Business Ideas Challenge Programme is a national-level innovation initiative anchored by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) in partnership with Mercedes-Benz India, and supported by Startup India (DPIIT). The programme is designed to nurture early-stage and growth-stage startups building future-ready, sustainable, and high-impact solutions aligned with India's economic, social, and sustainability priorities. It

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Frequently asked questions

What funding programs does FICCI run?

FICCI currently has 2 programs listed in this directory, including FICCI R&D Awards 2026, FICCI Mercedes-Benz Bharat Innovation & Business Ideas Challenge Programme. Each program page covers the funding amount, eligibility and application process.

Is FICCI a government organisation?

FICCI is listed as a ecosystem partner. It is not a government body, and its programs follow the organisation's own selection process.

How do I evaluate whether a FICCI 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 FICCI and provides assistance for application preparation, document organisation and prerequisite registrations such as incorporation, DPIIT recognition, MSME and GST.

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Tell us what you are building and which FICCI program you are evaluating. An IncorpX advisor will help you assess fit and get application-ready.

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Your enquiry goes to the IncorpX advisory team, who will help you evaluate fit and prepare. We are independent of FICCI and never contact organisations on your behalf.

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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