Deadline Date: August 30, 2026
The UAE-India Start-up Series is designed to promote, support and connect high-potential Indian start-ups with meaningful opportunities in the UAE and international markets.
The initiative aims to strengthen cross-border collaboration in innovation and entrepreneurship by building stronger connections between the start-up ecosystems of India and the UAE. The initiative supports closer cooperation between incubators, accelerators, and related institutions, making the Start-up Series a practical implementation of this shared vision.
Selected start-ups will receive support to help establish their presence in Abu Dhabi. Three start-ups will be shortlisted for Hub71’s Access Programme, with one start-up receiving up to AED 250,000 in in-kind incentives and AED 250,000 in cash through a SAFE note, along with tailored mentorship, investor introductions, regulatory support, and access to Hub71’s corporate and government partners.
Up to seven start-ups will become eligible for Hub71’s Immersion Programme, which includes one week of virtual preparation focused on the Abu Dhabi and UAE ecosystem, followed by one week of curated in-person sessions at Hub71 to support market entry and facilitate introductions across its partner network.
The UAE-India Start-up Series is open to high-potential Indian start-ups across sectors that demonstrate strong innovation, business viability, and relevance to the UAE market. Applicants must be Indian-registered entities with a clear product or service offering, market traction, and a roadmap for UAE engagement. The programme welcomes start-ups from both metro and non-metro regions.
In addition to Hub71’s support package, participating founders will be eligible for investor introductions, streamlined pathways to incorporation in the UAE, and other financial and in-kind support provided by the UAE-India Start-up Series’ network of institutional and corporate partners.
For more information, visit UAE-India Start-Up Series.
