India Innovative Projects Start Up Grand Challenge: Rooftop Solar (RTS) and Distributed Renewable Energy (DRE) Technologies

About

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has launched a national start-up challenge aimed at fostering innovation in Rooftop Solar and Distributed Renewable Energy technologies, offering a total prize pool of Rs 2.3 crore and various support mechanisms for selected startups, with applications open until August 20, 2025.

Benefits

• 💰Financial Support
  Total prize pool of Rs 2.3 crore
• 💰Financial Support
  Rs 1 crore for the top entry
• 💰Financial Support
  Rs 50 lakh for second place
• 💰Financial Support
  Rs 30 lakh for third place
• 💰Financial Support
  Ten consolation prizes of Rs 5 lakh each
• 🚀Incubation & Pilot Support
  Incubation support and pilot implementation opportunities
• 🎓Training & Mentorship
  Mentorship from domain experts

Eligibility Criteria

• Startups and innovators in India
• Focus on Rooftop Solar (RTS) and Distributed Renewable Energy (DRE) technologies
• Open to sectors including energy hardware, IoT, AI, blockchain, construction, and waste management

Target Sector

Renewable Energy

Target Location

India