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iDEX Open Challenge 2026
Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX), Ministry of Defence, India
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Funding amount
Up to ₹1.5 Crore
Deadline
September 30, 2026
Level
Early Career
Mid Career
What's covered
Funding
Mentorship
About this opportunity
The iDEX Open Challenge invites startups, MSMEs, innovators, and technology companies to propose cutting-edge defence and aerospace solutions. Selected innovators receive grant funding and the opportunity to work directly with India's defence ecosystem.
Requirements
- Startup, MSME, innovator, or technology company.
- Solution must address a defence or aerospace challenge.
- Submit an application through the official iDEX portal.
- Meet the programme's technical and eligibility requirements.