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Incubator Dehradun, Uttarakhand Est. 2021

Runway Incubator, UPES

University-backed incubator at UPES Dehradun supporting startups from ideation to investment readiness through cohort-based programs, mentorship, and the Runway Ignition Grant.

30+ startups supported 2 programs listed

About Runway Incubator, UPES

Runway Incubator is the flagship startup incubation program of the UPES Council for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (UCIE), operating under UPES and the Hydrocarbons Education & Research Society (HERS) in Dehradun. Launched in 2021 and recognised by the Government of Uttarakhand, Runway runs blended 8-to-10-week cohort programs that guide startups from ideation through business refinement to investor readiness. The incubator selects 20 to 30 ventures per cohort and provides mentoring, financial support, legal guidance, and access to UPES infrastructure. Exceptional ventures receive the Runway Ignition Grant of one lakh rupees, with potential for additional equity-based funding. Since launch, over 250 startups have been incubated and more than 20 crore rupees in external funding has been raised by portfolio companies.

## Who Benefits

Early-stage founders and student entrepreneurs across sectors who need structured incubation, mentorship, and a pathway to fundraising. The program is particularly suited for startups in Uttarakhand and North India looking for a university-backed ecosystem with government recognition and industry mentor networks.

Who they work with

Stages
Idea MVP / Prototype

Programs by Runway Incubator, UPES 2

Closed Grant
FundingUp to Rs. 10 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype Deeptech & Robotics AI, SaaS & Enterprise

Up to Rs. 10L grant for early-stage innovators in DeepTech, AI/ML, AgriTech, and Sustainability , Runway Incubator, UPES DST-iTBI.

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Closed Grant
FundingUp to Rs. 10 lakh
Equity-free Idea

The **MeitY GENESIS EIR Program** at **Runway Incubator UPES** is a government-backed initiative aimed at empowering entrepreneurs to build and scale their innovative solutions. The program focuses on providing mentorship, funding, and resources to startups in the emerging technology sectors of **Electronic Design & Manufacturing (ESDM)**, **DeepTech**, and **ICT**. This is an exclusive opportunity for innovators from Tier II & III cities to receive a **grant of up to Rs. 10 Lakhs** to help

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Frequently asked questions

What funding programs does Runway Incubator, UPES run?

Runway Incubator, UPES currently has 2 programs listed in this directory, including UPES DST-iTBI Ignition Grant 2.0 , Runway Incubator, MeitY GENESIS EIR Program at Runway Incubator UPES. Each program page covers the funding amount, eligibility and application process.

Is Runway Incubator, UPES a government organisation?

Runway Incubator, UPES 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 Runway Incubator, UPES 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 Runway Incubator, UPES and provides assistance for application preparation, document organisation and prerequisite registrations such as incorporation, DPIIT recognition, MSME and GST.

Enquire about Runway Incubator, UPES

Tell us what you are building and which Runway Incubator, UPES 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 Runway Incubator, UPES 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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