NCPEDP–Mphasis Assistive Technology Hub Seed Grant 2026
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Quick Answer
Up to ₹5L seed grant for early-stage assistive technology startups building solutions for persons with disabilities , NCPEDP & Mphasis.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹5 Lakhs
- Funding type
- Grant
- Provider
- NCPEDP–Mphasis AT Hub
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 17 May 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by NCPEDP–Mphasis AT Hub. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this grant
The NCPEDP–Mphasis Assistive Technology Hub Seed Grant 2026 is a funding initiative by the NCPEDP AT Hub , a programme run by the National Centre for Promotion of Employment for Disabled People (NCPEDP) with support from Mphasis , aimed at early-stage startups developing assistive technology solutions for persons with disabilities in India. Selected startups receive a seed grant of up to ₹5 lakh, alongside mentorship, user access, marketing and outreach support, and access to the AT Hub's broader ecosystem.
The programme addresses a critical gap: globally, only around 10% of people who need assistive products can access them, and in developing countries the figure is even lower. India's disability market is fragmented, the assistive technology supply chain is weak, and awareness of AT solutions remains limited. The AT Hub was created to bridge these gaps by bringing together startups, researchers, policymakers, and civil society organisations to build a sustainable AT ecosystem in India.
This is the second grant cycle of the AT Hub. In the inaugural 2024 cycle, launched at EMPOWER at the National Institute of Speech and Hearing (NISH) in Trivandrum, 25 startups pitched to an expert jury and 16 were selected to receive seed grants of ₹5 lakh each. Portfolio companies from the 2024 cohort include TrueAssist Technology, Able Company, AI.gnosis, Ksham Innovation, Panoculon Labs, Dextroware Devices, SignSetu, Thryv Rehab Solutions, UDot Braille Tech, Cognitii (Neurodiverge Labs), and others , giving a clear signal of the types of solutions the programme is looking to support.
Beyond the grant, the AT Hub works across four core areas: startup support (funding, mentorship, product design and costing training, market access), infrastructure building (network of physical hubs and cluster institutions), policy and standards (regulatory engagement, quality benchmarks), and awareness and engagement. Selected startups join this broader ecosystem, which connects them with Disabled People's Organisations, industry actors, government programmes like Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan, and a network of AT innovators across India.
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Grant providers
NCPEDP–Mphasis AT Hub The NCPEDP–Mphasis AT Hub is a landmark initiative by the National Centre for Promotion of Employment for Disabled People (NCPEDP) and Mphasis F1 Foundation, established to catalyse India's assistive technology (AT) ecosystem. It is the country's first…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹5 Lakhs
- Fund type
- Grant
- Equity
- Equity-free
- Repayment
- Non-repayable
What You Get
Selected startups receive a seed grant of up to ₹5 lakh to help take their assistive technology product to the next level. Beyond the grant, participants receive mentorship from domain experts, user access for testing and validation, marketing and outreach support, and access to the NCPEDP–Mphasis AT Hub's broader ecosystem of startups, researchers, policymakers, and civil society organisations.
- Disbursement
- Lump Sum
- Application fee
- Free
- Funding source
- CSR funded
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Application Fee
Free
Selection Process
Following a rigorous screening process, shortlisted startups present their solutions to a distinguished jury panel. The jury evaluates startups on the strength and user-centredness of their assistive technology solution, its potential to address critical gaps in accessibility and independence for persons with disabilities, and the team's ability to execute.
How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
- 1
Draft your application
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
What is the seed grant amount?
Up to ₹5 lakh per selected startup. The grant is non-dilutive — no equity is taken. In the 2024 cohort, 16 startups received ₹5 lakh each.
What types of assistive technology solutions are eligible?
Any AT solution addressing accessibility, independence, or inclusion for persons with disabilities — including mobility aids, hearing and vision tech, communication aids, cognitive support tools, rehabilitation technology, and more.
What is the selection process?
Applications go through a rigorous screening, after which shortlisted startups (notified by 25 May 2026) present to a distinguished expert jury panel. Selected startups receive the seed grant and ecosystem support.
What support is provided beyond the grant?
Mentorship from domain experts, user access for testing and validation with persons with disabilities, marketing and outreach support, and access to the AT Hub's broader ecosystem of innovators, DPOs, industry partners, and government programme linkages.
When is the application deadline?
17 May 2026. Shortlisting notifications are sent by 25 May 2026.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
