NIDHI PRAYAS – Prototype to Product
by DST · National Science & Technology Entrepreneurship Development Board
Grant support for hardware and deep-tech innovators to build a prototype and move from idea to product, hosted at NIDHI PRAYAS centres across India.
Quick answer
Grant support for hardware and deep-tech innovators to build a prototype and move from idea to product, hosted at NIDHI PRAYAS centres across India.
| Funding amount | Up to ₹10 Lakh |
|---|---|
| Funding type | Government Grant |
| Provider | DST · National Science & Technology Entrepreneurship Development Board |
| Application deadline | Check official link |
| Eligible stage | Prototype |
| Sector | DeepTech & Hardware |
| Who can apply | Indian innovators and early-stage startups |
Who is eligible
- Indian citizen with an innovative hardware or deep-tech idea
- Idea should require prototyping support and be technically feasible
- Applicant should not have received similar prototype funding for the same idea
- Preference for young innovators and student entrepreneurs
Funding & benefits
- Grant of up to ₹10 lakh for prototype development
- Access to fabrication labs, workshops and technical mentors at the host PRAYAS centre
- Pathway to further NIDHI programmes such as EIR and Seed Support
How to apply
- Find your nearest NIDHI PRAYAS centre and check its open call
- Submit the application with your technical concept and bill of materials
- Shortlisted innovators pitch to a selection committee
- Selected innovators receive milestone-based support at the centre
Documents you’ll need
- Concept note and technical drawings
- Bill of materials with cost estimate
- Proof of identity and academic credentials
- Any existing IP or publication details
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a registered company?
Not necessarily - individual innovators are welcome, and many incorporate after the prototype stage.
Is it equity-free?
Yes, PRAYAS support is a grant and does not take equity.
Verify all details on the official link before applying, scheme terms and deadlines change. Pitch Karo India lists opportunities for discovery only, is not affiliated with the funding body, and never charges for applications.