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IIT BHU I-3 Foundation Startup Incubation Programme

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India

An IIT BHU incubator that has supported nearly 200 innovators and incubated 78 startups.

Why this could be a strong fit

A strong fit for idea to seed-stage Cleantech or Healthcare founders building out of Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh who want structured mentorship, capital, and investor introductions.

What you need to qualify

  • An early-stage startup aligned with IIT (BHU) Varanasi's focus (Cleantech, Healthcare, Agritech)
  • A committed founding team able to participate for the full program duration
  • Willingness to participate in person in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
  • Acceptance of the program’s standard investment/equity terms (confirm current terms directly)

How to apply

  1. 1

    Check eligibility

    Confirm your startup fits IIT BHU I-3 Foundation Startup Incubation Programme's stage and focus criteria on the official site.

  2. 2

    Submit an application

    Apply via IIT BHU I-3 Foundation Startup Incubation Programme's official application channel on its website.

  3. 3

    Screening & interviews

    Shortlisted teams are typically invited to interviews or pitch sessions with the program team.

  4. 4

    Join the cohort

    Accepted teams participate in person in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh for the program duration.

Frequently asked

Terms vary by cohort/track. Confirm current equity and funding details when applying.

Up to $2M, though the exact figure can vary by cohort or track. (verify current amount)

It's operated by IIT (BHU) Varanasi, based in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
CleantechHealthcareAgritechRenewable energy

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Do I qualify?

2 things decide this one. Check yourself against them before you spend time on the form.

Stage
Idea, Pre-seed
Where it runs
India. In person, so you need to be able to take part there
What you give up
No equity stated
Deadline
Rolling, no published deadline

That is the rulebook. What we cannot show you here is whether your startup clears it, how this ranks against the other programs you qualify for, and what to fix if you do not.

Check what I qualify for

Five questions, about a minute, no account needed.

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