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An Initiative Of The Government Of India And Government Of Kerala

Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, Government of India
Digital India
IndiaAI Mission
Government of Kerala
Digital University Kerala
Innovation Incubator
Applications Closed: First Cohort 2026

Resources

Application Guide

The application is organised into twelve sections, in this order. The specific questions inside each section are still being finalised: this guide shows the confirmed structure so you can prepare.

  1. 01

    Applicant & Startup

    Who is applying, and basic information about your startup.

  2. 02

    Problem

    The problem you are solving and why it matters.

  3. 03

    Solution

    Your proposed solution and how it works.

  4. 04

    AI

    How AI is used in your solution, and its role in the product.

  5. 05

    Data

    The data your solution depends on, and how it is sourced and handled.

  6. 06

    Compute

    Current and expected compute and infrastructure needs.

  7. 07

    Product

    Current product stage, maturity and roadmap.

  8. 08

    Market & Validation

    Target market, customers and validation so far.

  9. 09

    IP & Defensibility

    Your intellectual property position and what makes your approach defensible.

  10. 10

    Team

    Who is on the team and relevant experience.

  11. 11

    Funding

    Funding history and current fundraising status.

  12. 12

    What Do You Need From The Centre

    The support, resources or access you are seeking from the Centre.

Fields and validations reflect the First Cohort 2026 application structure. Programme-specific sections appear based on your selection. Submission to the Centre is not yet connected — this form validates your responses locally.

Before you start

  • Know which programme you are applying for, or use Find Your Programme for a guided recommendation.
  • Read the Programme Guidelines for eligibility and what selection does and does not guarantee.
  • Check the FAQ for policy questions that are already settled.