CHIPMAT — Empowering India's Semiconductor & Advanced Materials Innovation
By INDIAN INSTITUTE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT KERALA
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An initiative by IIITMK and partners to accelerate innovation in Semiconductors & Advanced Materials with grant support up to ₹40 Lakhs.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹40 Lakhs
- Funding type
- Grant
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
About this grant
CHIPMAT is a groundbreaking initiative spearheaded by the Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management Kerala (IIITMK), in collaboration with key partners like Maker Village, CoE on IIoT Sensors, ATAL EIC, and Semicon Kerala. This program is designed to propel India's ambitions in the crucial semiconductor and advanced materials sectors, fostering a self-reliant (Atmanirbhar) ecosystem.
India's journey towards global technology leadership hinges on bold ideas and breakthrough technologies in these strategic domains. CHIPMAT addresses this critical need by inviting startups, innovators, researchers, MSMEs, and deep-tech entrepreneurs to join an acceleration program focused on converting cutting-edge research and innovative concepts into impactful, market-ready products. The initiative aims to provide the necessary institutional support, including financial grants and technical assistance, to overcome the inherent challenges in deep-tech development.
By supporting projects ranging from semiconductor design and chip development to advanced materials ventures, product validation, and pilot manufacturing of indigenous deep-tech solutions, CHIPMAT plays a pivotal role. It is a strategic effort to strengthen India's technological base, create robust supply chains, and reduce reliance on foreign technology, ultimately positioning India as a significant player in the global semiconductor landscape. This program is a call to action for those ready to innovate and contribute to India's technological sovereignty.
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Grant providers
Provider
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT KERALAThiruvananthapuram · Kerala · India
The Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management Kerala is a Government of Kerala institution in Thiruvananthapuram that was upgraded to Digital University Kerala in 2020. It combines postgraduate teaching and doctoral research with entrepreneurship and product…
Learn moreMaker Village is India's largest electronic hardware incubator and ESDM facility, located within the Kerala Technology Innovation Zone in Kochi. It is a joint initiative of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and the Government of Kerala, with Kerala…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹40 Lakhs
- Fund type
- Grant
- Equity
- Equity-free
- Repayment
- Non-repayable
What You Get
The CHIPMAT initiative offers substantial grant support of up to ₹40 Lakhs per selected project, providing crucial non-repayable capital to fuel innovation in the semiconductor and advanced materials sectors. This funding is designed to cover key developmental expenses, including R&D, prototyping, product validation, pilot manufacturing, and market entry activities. Beyond financial aid, the program provides comprehensive institutional support leveraging the expertise of IIITMK, Maker Village, CoE on IIoT Sensors, ATAL EIC, and Semicon Kerala. Beneficiaries will gain access to cutting-edge lab infrastructure, expert mentorship for technical and business guidance, and incubation support to accelerate their product development lifecycle. The program also facilitates networking opportunities within India's growing deep-tech ecosystem and offers workshops to enhance entrepreneurial and technical capabilities, helping innovators transform their ideas into commercially viable products.
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Selection Process
The selection process for CHIPMAT is designed to identify the most promising innovations in the semiconductor and advanced materials domain. Applications will first be screened for eligibility and their relevance to the program's focus areas by a panel of experts from IIITMK and partner organizations. This initial review evaluates the novelty, technical feasibility, and market potential of the proposed solutions. Shortlisted applicants will then be invited for a more rigorous evaluation, which typically includes presenting their project to a distinguished selection committee comprising academicians, industry veterans, and deep-tech specialists. This presentation may be followed by a Q&A session and further due diligence on the team's capabilities and intellectual property. The final selection is based on a comprehensive assessment of the project's innovativeness, its potential impact on India's semiconductor ecosystem, the team's strength, and the scalability of the proposed solution.
Application Process
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Submit your application through the designated online portal, providing all necessary project and company details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CHIPMAT initiative?
CHIPMAT is an initiative by IIITMK and its partners (Maker Village, CoE on IIoT Sensors, ATAL EIC, Semicon Kerala) to accelerate innovation in India's semiconductor and advanced materials ecosystem by providing grant funding and institutional support to eligible entities.
What kind of financial support does CHIPMAT offer?
The program provides grant support of up to ₹40 Lakhs per selected project. This is non-repayable funding, designed to support various stages of deep-tech development.
Who is eligible to apply for CHIPMAT?
Eligible applicants include Fabless Startups, Product Companies with proprietary IP, Advanced Materials Ventures, Application Ventures, Research Teams/Spin-outs with defensible IP, and MSMEs developing high-risk semiconductor, material, or chip-based technologies.
Are there any geographic restrictions for applicants?
No, the CHIPMAT initiative is open for applications from across India. There are no state or geography restrictions on applicants.
What are the key focus areas of the CHIPMAT program?
The program focuses on Semiconductor Design, Chip Development, Advanced Materials, Product Validation, Pilot Manufacturing, and Indigenous Deep-Tech Innovation.
What kind of non-financial support can applicants expect?
Selected projects will receive institutional support, including technical mentorship, access to lab infrastructure, incubation support through partner entities like Maker Village and ATAL EIC, networking opportunities, and training workshops to enhance their capabilities.
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