Social Alpha Techtonic: Innovations for Sustainability

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Last checked 11 Oct 2026 against the official scheme page. Terms and dates can change, so confirm on the official site before you apply.

R&D up to Rs 30 lakh; Pilot Rs 40 lakh; Scale-up Rs 60 lakh

Funding available

Challenge covering energy transition, new materials and natural resources, with grant tracks for R&D, pilots and scale-up. The page states the application window has ended.

Eligibility Criteria

Idea or prototype-stage innovators (R&D track), startups ready for real-world pilots, and ventures scaling validated solutions.

What You Get

Track-wise grants for R&D, pilot and scale-up

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Quick Facts

Governing Body: Social Alpha (Social Alpha Innovation Platform)
Ministry / Dept: Social Alpha
Level: Central Government
Status: Check official site

Startup Stage

IdeationValidationEarly Revenue

Target Sectors

Clean energyClimateMaterialsNatural resources