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The vision of Immersive Technologies and Entrepreneurship Labs (ITEL) is to drive India towards global technology leadership. To achieve this, we must solve some of India's most complex, seemingly impossible challenges through technology – the Indian way.
ITEL Foundation joins IndiaAI Mission to identify, incubate, and nurture promising deep-tech AI startups across the country. The identification process will commence through a national pitch event planned in April.
The event is supported by Anna AIC, Aalamaram and Startup TN.
The Build AI Pitch Event
Founders of deep-tech AI startups (those registered within the last two years or in the process of registering) will be eligible to apply through the ITEL Interactive Screening Application. Click 'Apply Now' to begin your application.
Applications will be evaluated by a screening committee constituted jointly by ITEL and the AI Mission. Shortlisted startups will be invited to participate in the final Pitch Event in Chennai.
Cash Prizes for the Top 5 Startups
The winner, along with a select number of other high-potential startups, will be eligible to apply for incubation at ITEL Foundation.*
About the Incubation Program
The incubation program, administered by ITEL Foundation, will offer a comprehensive and structured nurturing process. This will include:
Incubated startups will also be eligible to apply for a grant of up to ₹20,00,000.
Important to Note
The Final Pitch Round will happen in Chennai. Dates will be announced
soon.
Shortlisted startups will be required to make a 10-15 minute
presentation to an esteemed jury panel, including time for questions and answers.
Travel tickets for shortlisted startups will be reimbursed at actuals,
not exceeding ₹10,000 per team.
Ready to Apply?
Submit your application using ITEL's AI-based Interactive Screening Application.
You will be required to answer some questions in an elaborate Q&A session, and may attach your pitch deck.
Apply NowShortlisted applications will be notified within 7 working days from the deadline.
*Incubation will be based on the decision of the ITEL Incubation Committee and expert panel.
Subject to terms and conditions.