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Government Chennai, Tamil Nadu Est. 2022

Tamil Nadu Technology Hub (iTNT Hub)

Tamil Nadu's iTNT Hub, billed as India's first state-level emerging and deep-tech innovation network.

4 programs listed

About Tamil Nadu Technology Hub (iTNT Hub)

Tamil Nadu Technology Hub, known as iTNT Hub, is a government initiative set up in 2022 by the Government of Tamil Nadu through its IT and Digital Services Department. Headquartered in Chennai, it is the state's dedicated platform for emerging and deep-technology innovation, connecting startups, academic institutions, research organisations, and industry partners to speed the development and deployment of advanced technologies, and it is described as India's first state-level initiative built specifically for an emerging-technologies ecosystem.

It plays a catalytic role by focusing on domains that need specialised support beyond what generalist incubators offer, including deep tech, advanced manufacturing, space technology, and cybersecurity, where startups face long development cycles, heavy capital needs, and complex regulation; by creating a dedicated platform for these sectors, it helps Tamil Nadu attract and keep deep-tech ventures that might otherwise drift to Bengaluru, and it works alongside StartupTN, with iTNT Hub handling technology-intensive ventures and StartupTN the broader ecosystem. Its programmes give startups technical mentorship, industry partnerships, government-procurement openings, and research collaboration, run technology-specific challenges and hackathons, and tie founders to the state's engineering colleges and research institutions for technology transfer; Chimertech is among the ventures it has supported.

Deep-tech startups in or moving to Tamil Nadu working in AI, IoT, robotics, quantum computing, space technology, cybersecurity, and advanced manufacturing benefit most, along with researchers commercialising work and international technology firms eyeing the state for R&D. It is online at itnthub.tn.gov.in.

Who they work with

Stages
Idea MVP / Prototype Early Revenue
Sectors
Deeptech & Robotics Space, Drones & Defence
Notable alumni
Chimertech Pvt Ltd

Programs by Tamil Nadu Technology Hub (iTNT Hub) 4

Closed Grant

Bosch Innovation Challenge at iTNT Hub

by Tamil Nadu Technology Hub (iTNT Hub)

FundingSupport amount varies
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype

The Bosch Innovation Challenge, in collaboration with iTNT Hub and Bosch Global Software Technologies, seeks to identify and support breakthrough ideas for building a "Foundational Security Strategy for IoT Products". The challenge focuses on embedding security-by-design into IoT product development to help startups and MSMEs create secure, compliant, and resilient IoT solutions across the entire product lifecycle, from design to deployment. The initiative encourages innovators to create a

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Closed Grant

iAccelerate Batch 2

by Tamil Nadu Technology Hub (iTNT Hub)

FundingUp to Rs. 40 lakh
Equity-free

Deep tech accelerator for startups in Tier 2/3 cities of Tamil Nadu (TRL 3+).

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Closed Grant
FundingRs. 7.5 lakh to Rs. 15 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype

Tamil Nadu Hardware Accelerator for Prototype and Product (TN-HAPP), branded as iAccelerate 4.0, is a 12-week intensive and structured hybrid accelerator programme designed to help hardware startups in Tamil Nadu move from concept stage to production-ready products. The program is implemented by Tamil Nadu Technology Hub (iTNT Hub) and focuses on providing government-subsidized access to professional design, prototyping, and manufacturing ecosystem support. Selected startups are onboarded

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Rolling Subsidy

Innovation Voucher Program

by Tamil Nadu Technology Hub (iTNT Hub)

FundingSupport amount varies
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype Deeptech & Robotics Manufacturing & Industrial

Grant for Tamil Nadu hardware-based startups/MSMEs to develop prototypes and commercialize products.

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Frequently asked questions

What funding programs does Tamil Nadu Technology Hub (iTNT Hub) run?

Tamil Nadu Technology Hub (iTNT Hub) currently has 4 programs listed in this directory, including Bosch Innovation Challenge at iTNT Hub, iAccelerate Batch 2, iAccelerate 4.0 , Tamil Nadu Hardware Accelerator for Prototype & Product Startups. Each program page covers the funding amount, eligibility and application process.

Is Tamil Nadu Technology Hub (iTNT Hub) a government organisation?

Yes. Tamil Nadu Technology Hub (iTNT Hub) is listed under the government category. Its programs follow official government processes, and applications are submitted through official channels in your own name.

How do I evaluate whether a Tamil Nadu Technology Hub (iTNT Hub) 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 Tamil Nadu Technology Hub (iTNT Hub) and provides assistance for application preparation, document organisation and prerequisite registrations such as incorporation, DPIIT recognition, MSME and GST.

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Your enquiry goes to the IncorpX advisory team, who will help you evaluate fit and prepare. We are independent of Tamil Nadu Technology Hub (iTNT Hub) 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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