Startup Grand Challenge in Tyre Manufacturing Sector
By CEAT Limited
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Quick Answer
A joint initiative by CEAT Limited and Startup India (DPIIT) seeking simple, low-cost electro-mechanical automation solutions for the 'Pick and Place' task in tyre manufacturing, open only to DPIIT…
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹1 Lakhs
- Funding type
- Grant
- Provider
- CEAT Limited
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 15 November 2025. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by CEAT Limited. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this grant
This Startup Grand Challenge is a joint initiative by CEAT Limited and Startup India, DPIIT, aimed at leveraging innovative startups to transform CEAT's shop floors.
The challenge specifically seeks simple, low-cost electro-mechanical automation solutions for the "Pick and Place" task in tyre manufacturing. The goal is to improve labor productivity and reduce manual fatigue (muri) caused by heavy lifting and repetitive placement of in-process tyres.
Key requirements for the desired solution are:
- Use of simple, off-the-shelf components (electrical, mechanical, or pneumatic).
- Easy integration with existing systems and minimal space footprint.
- Logic/PLC program written in standard platforms (RS Logic, Siemens Simatic).
The challenge offers both a financial reward and a path to commercial engagement.
Eligibility
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Grant providers
CEAT Limited is one of India's leading tyre manufacturing companies, owned by the RPG Group. Originally established in 1924 in Turin, Italy, CEAT was acquired by the RPG Group in 1982 and has since grown into a major multinational with exports to over 120 countries. The company…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹1 Lakhs
- Fund type
- Grant
What You Get
Up to ₹1,00,000 grant reward, and a path to commercial engagement with CEAT for the winning solution.
How to apply
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- 1
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Answer the form inside the grant tracker — AI drafts each response using your past answers, so you're not starting from a blank page.
- 2
Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
- 3
Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for this challenge?
Only DPIIT-recognised startups that are at Early Traction or Scaling Stage are eligible to apply.
What problem is the challenge trying to solve?
The challenge seeks simple, low-cost electro-mechanical automation solutions for the 'Pick and Place' task in tyre manufacturing, aimed at improving labor productivity and reducing manual fatigue (muri) caused by heavy lifting and repetitive placement of in-process tyres.
What are the key technical requirements for the solution?
The solution must use simple, off-the-shelf electrical, mechanical, or pneumatic components; be easy to integrate with existing systems; have a minimal space footprint; and use standard PLC platforms such as RS Logic or Siemens Simatic.
What is the award for the winner?
The winner receives a grant of up to ₹1,00,000 along with a potential path to commercial engagement with CEAT.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
