TIDE 2.0

TIDE 2.0

Overview

The TIDE 2.0 Challenge Grant, supported by the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) and hosted by incubators like SIIC, IIT Kanpur, is a national-level competition to support innovators, students, and startups in developing prototypes and market-ready solutions.
The program focuses on two crucial domains – Healthcare and Smart Manufacturing (Industry 4.0) – and provides both financial grants and mentoring support to top innovators.

Focus Areas:

Healthcare
Innovative solutions in:
  • Digital health devices & technologies
  • Mental health innovations
  • Home diagnostics kits
  • Non-invasive prosthetics
  • Telemedicine for rural healthcare and adoption challenges

Smart Manufacturing (Industry 4.0)

Solutions leveraging next-gen technologies:
  • IoT, AI/ML, automation, robotics
  • 3D printing & advanced manufacturing
  • Cybersecurity for Industry 4.0
  • Supply chain efficiency
  • Recyclability and productivity improvements

Who Can Apply

  • Student (Final Year)
  • Individual Innovator
  • Startup

Offerings & Support

Selected teams get:
  • Financial Grants to build prototypes (up to ₹8 lakh for top winners)
  • Mentorship from domain experts and SIIC professionals
  • Cybersecurity for Industry 4.0
  • Prototyping & Incubation Support – access to labs, co-working, technical resources
  • Domain-specific training sessions on product development & business skills
  • Pitching Opportunities to investors and follow-on support under TIDE 2.0

Awards (Prototype Grants)

Top innovators/startups receive grants for prototype development:
  • 1st Prize: ₹8 lakh
  • 2nd Prize: ₹7 lakh
  • 2nd Prize: ₹7 lakh

Process Flow

1. Application & Registration
a. Teams apply online through the hosting incubator (e.g., SIIC, IIT Kanpur).
b. Free registration – no application or webinar fees.
2. Webinar Series & Mentorship
Applicants attend functional and domain-specific training sessions.
3. Round 1 – Submission
a. Submit Proof of Concept (PoC) and initial pitch deck.
4. Round 2 – Jury Pitch
a. Shortlisted teams present their idea to an expert jury panel.
5. Final Round – Award & Grant
a. Winners announced and awarded prototype grants (₹5–8 lakh).
b. Access to incubation, mentorship, and follow-on opportunities under TIDE 2.0.
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