KIIT-TBI Ecosystem with the support of
INNOVATIONS FOR DEFENCE EXCELLENCE (iDEX-DIO)
Creating & Nurturing Innovations In the Defence Space
ABOUT THE DefendX ACCELERATOR PROGRAM
The DefendX Accelerator Program is organised by KIIT TBI in collaboration with DRDO & is dedicated to catapulting startups in the defence and aerospace sector. It will provide expert mentorship, tailored support, access to capital, and a vibrant network of industry professionals, investors, and peers to the startups in the defence innovation sector. If your startup is pioneering innovative solutions with the potential to shape the future of Indian defence and aerospace, we invite you to join us. Together, we'll forge a path towards a more secure and technologically advanced future.
Key Takeaways
◉ Active mentoring support from experts including business, industry, academia, incubator and defence personnel
◉ Access to industry networking and investor investee meetups
◉ Probono Incubation and IP support from iDEX Incubator at KIIT TBI
◉ Mentorship support to apply for Defence India Startup Challenge (DISC) and iDEX Open Challenge
◉ Access to various funding schemes at iDEX Incubator at KIIT TBI
◉Mentorship support to apply for Technology Development Fund, Defence R&D Organization Government of India
Who Can Apply
The program is open to startups across India that are developing innovative solutions that have a high potential for future adoption for Indian defence and aerospace requirements.
PROGRAM OUTLINE DefendX ACCELERATOR PROGRAM
Startups submit their proposals. Usually open once in a year.
Review and selection of promising startups & forming of DefendX cohort
Series of curated sessions & intensive mentorship
Networking Event
Presenting innovations to industry stakeholders & peer networking
Meet the Mentors
Meet the COHORT
Coordinators
Ray SaiSoubhagya
Malay Mohapatra
Location
KIIT-Technology Business Incubator
Campus 11, KIIT-DU, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, IN 751024