FundingUp to Rs. 41.75 lakh
Equity-free MVP / Prototype
ClosesJun 25, 2026
Closed Grant Equity-free
STPI OctaNE OCP 9.0 , Gaming & Entertainment (Aizawl)
by OctaNE CoE Aizawl - Gaming & Entertainment
Up to Rs. 25L seed funding + incubation for Gaming & Entertainment startups, STPI OctaNE OCP 9.0 at Aizawl, Mizoram.
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- Gaming and entertainment startups in Mizoram under 10 years old at any stage.
About this scheme
The Open Challenge Program (OCP) 9.0 is a startup incubation initiative by OctaNE CoE Aizawl, one of eight Centres of Excellence in India's Northeast established under MeitY's STPINEXT programme, focused exclusively on the Gaming and Entertainment sector. Located in Aizawl, Mizoram, the CoE invites applications from startups and entrepreneurs building innovative solutions in gaming, animation, visual effects, and the broader AVGC (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics) domain.
Selected startups receive seed funding of up to Rs. 25 lakh along with access to a state-of-the-art Gaming and Entertainment lab equipped with high-end GPU-based workstations and servers, dedicated incubation space in Aizawl, expert mentorship, domain-specific training, marketing and business development support, and IPR and legal assistance. The programme is designed to identify, support, and scale early-stage tech ventures working at the intersection of gaming, interactive media, and entertainment technology.
The OCP platform functions as a structured challenge where startups are evaluated on their ability to solve meaningful problems through innovative technology solutions. Beyond the funding and infrastructure access, the programme provides strategic networking and collaboration opportunities within STPI's pan-India ecosystem, which includes linkages with industry, academia, and government stakeholders. Over a five-year horizon, the Aizawl CoE targets support for 367 startups in the Gaming and Entertainment domain.
The programme is organised by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Software Technology Parks of India (STPI), and AIC STPINEXT INITIATIVES, with NIT Mizoram (NITMZ) and Mizoram University (MZU) as institutional stakeholders. For Gaming and Entertainment founders looking to access institutional support, seed capital, and world-class infrastructure in Northeast India, OCP 9.0 offers a well-structured pathway from early-stage to market-ready.
Who can apply
- Startups incorporated as Private Limited Company, Registered Partnership Firm, or Limited Liability Partnership
- Unregistered startups/individuals may apply; company registration must be completed within 3 months of selection
- Date of incorporation should not exceed 10 years
- Annual turnover should not exceed Rs. 100 crore in any financial year since incorporation
- Must not have been formed by splitting or reconstructing an existing business
- Must be working on innovation, development, or improvement of products, services, or processes in the Gaming and Entertainment domain
- Must have potential to generate employment or create wealth
- Focus on AVGC, gaming, animation, visual effects, media, and entertainment technology solutions
Benefits & funding
Headline support
Up to Rs. 25 lakh
- Selected startups receive seed funding of up to Rs.
- Beyond funding, participants get access to the Gaming and Entertainment lab with high-end GPU workstations and servers, dedicated incubation space in Aizawl, mentoring and training, marketing and business development support, and IPR and legal assistance.
How the application process works
The journey below is informational, compiled from the official program guidelines. Applications are submitted directly with OctaNE CoE Aizawl - Gaming & Entertainment, in your own name.
- 1
Applications undergo a structured selection process: pre-screening (13, 15 May), shortlisting (20 May), and a final pitch in front of a panel (27, 29 May).
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Results are announced on 5 June 2026.
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Open the official applicationFrequently asked questions
What is the funding amount available under OCP 9.0?
Selected startups can receive seed funding of up to Rs. 25 lakh. The funding is non-dilutive and part of a broader incubation package that includes infrastructure, mentorship, and market access support.
What sectors are eligible for OCP 9.0 at Aizawl?
The programme is focused on Gaming and Entertainment , specifically within the AVGC (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics) domain, including interactive media, game development, visual effects, and entertainment technology.
Do I need to be incorporated to apply?
Incorporated entities (Private Limited, LLP, Registered Partnership) are eligible. Unregistered startups or individuals can also apply, but must register a company within 3 months of being selected.
What is the application deadline?
11 May 2026. The full timeline is: Pre-screening (13, 15 May), Shortlist Declaration (20 May), Final Pitch (27, 29 May), Results (5 June 2026). Dates are subject to change , check the official portal.
Who organises OCP 9.0?
The programme is organised by MeitY, STPI, and AIC STPINEXT INITIATIVES, with NIT Mizoram (NITMZ) and Mizoram University (MZU) as institutional stakeholders. OctaNE CoE Aizawl is one of eight CoEs in India's Northeast under the STPINEXT initiative.
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