Deadline Date: June 15, 2026
The Tribal Business Conclave Open Grand Challenge aims to support innovative startups developing scalable solutions to improve healthcare, education, and livelihoods for tribal communities in India.
The challenge focuses on healthcare, education, livelihoods, innovation, startup support, financial assistance, entrepreneurial development, scalable solutions, tribal community welfare, and structured hand-holding support.
Winning startups will receive targeted financial incentives and structured hand-holding support to help pilot, refine, and scale their solutions. The first prize under the challenge is Rs. 5 Lakhs, the second prize is Rs. 4 Lakhs, and the third prize is Rs. 3 Lakhs.
The Tribal Business Conclave Open Grand Challenge is designed to encourage innovative and contextual solutions that address key development challenges faced by tribal communities across India. The initiative seeks to identify and support high-potential startups offering practical and scalable ideas that can improve the quality of life of tribal populations.
The programme will provide startups with a national platform to showcase their innovations and solutions in the areas of healthcare, education, and livelihoods. Selected startups will receive opportunities to present their ideas and demonstrate their potential impact on tribal development and community welfare.
The challenge is open to all DPIIT-recognised startups working on innovative solutions aligned with the identified themes and objectives of the programme.
For more information, visit Startup India.
























