iDEX — Innovations for Defence Excellence
Defence India Startup Challenges (DISC) and open challenges where startups solve problem statements from the armed forces.
Who can apply
- Indian startups / MSMEs / individual innovators
- Solution to a published defence problem statement
What you get
- Grant up to ₹1.5 Cr
- Path to procurement by the armed forces
Defence India Startup Challenges (DISC) and open challenges where startups solve problem statements from the armed forces. New DISC rounds are released periodically.
Quick answers
What is the last date to apply for iDEX — Innovations for Defence Excellence?
There is no fixed deadline; applications are accepted on a rolling basis or in periodic calls.
How much funding does iDEX — Innovations for Defence Excellence offer?
Up to ₹1.5 crore (SPARK grant).
Does iDEX — Innovations for Defence Excellence take equity?
No. It is non-dilutive — founders keep full ownership.
Who can apply for iDEX — Innovations for Defence Excellence?
Indian startups / MSMEs / individual innovators; solution to a published defence problem statement.
Who runs iDEX — Innovations for Defence Excellence?
Ministry of Defence (DIO), open to startups across India.
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