Deadline Date: June 18, 2026
IIM Lucknow Enterprise Incubation Centre through its Centre of Excellence in Blockchain Technology has launched UDBHAV 3.0, a blockchain-focused incubation program aimed at supporting startups in building, validating, and scaling impactful blockchain-based solutions.
The program focuses on blockchain technology, blockchain-based use case development, startup incubation, product validation, commercialization support, mentorship and networking, legal and intellectual property assistance, financial support services, funding opportunities, corporate engagement, global market access readiness, and technology-enabled innovation through supercomputing, IoT, and 3D printing lab access.
UDBHAV 3.0 is a six-month no-cost incubation program designed to strengthen blockchain startups through structured support and ecosystem access. Participating startups will receive co-incubation access to the IIML EIC ecosystem workspace along with mentorship and networking opportunities with industry experts. The program aims to help startups improve product readiness, strengthen commercialization strategies, and accelerate real-world blockchain innovation.
The initiative also provides dedicated support services including legal, intellectual property rights, and financial helpdesk assistance. Startups selected under the program will gain access to advanced infrastructure facilities such as supercomputers, IoT laboratories, and 3D printing labs to support research, experimentation, and technology development activities.
In addition, the program offers opportunities for funding access, corporate engagement, and global market expansion readiness. Backed by the Government of Uttar Pradesh, with Microsoft serving as the technology partner and Kerala Blockchain Academy as the knowledge partner, the initiative is intended to accelerate the adoption of blockchain solutions with practical and scalable applications.
To be eligible for the program, applicants must be DPIIT-registered startups registered in Uttar Pradesh, with a minimum of 51 percent equity held by Indian founders. Eligible startups should also be actively working on or developing blockchain-based use cases.
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