DPIIT (Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade) recognition
DPIIT (Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade) recognition under the Startup India initiative offers startups several benefits, including income tax exemption for three years, exemption from angel tax, self-certification for compliance.
Department of Science & Technology (DST) supported
The Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India, and the Science and Technology Department of Odisha have actively supported Alphaion in showcasing its innovations on key platforms, enhancing visibility, fostering collaborations, and amplifying impact.
NIDHI Seed Support Program (NIDHI-SSP)
Alphaion has been recognized by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, and the Government of Odisha through key national innovation programs. Under the NIDHI (National Initiative for Developing and Harnessing Innovations) program, facilitated by DST, Alphaion successfully secured Seed Support funding to accelerate the scaling and commercialization of its sensor technology, reinforcing its mission to deliver affordable, high-impact solutions in water quality, healthcare, and food safety.
Transforming Ideas into MVPs with MeitY Support
The MeitY TIDE (Technology Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs) grant program supported our work in printed sensors and electronics by providing both financial and technical assistance—enabling the validation and development of our innovation from an initial concept to a Minimum Viable Product (MVP).
Support Under NGIS and CHUNAUTI Challenge
The Next Generation Incubation Scheme (NGIS), implemented by the Software Technology Parks of India (STPI), supported Alphaion’s technology through financial incentives and seed funding. This support was granted after Alphaion emerged as a winner in the prestigious CHUNAUTI – NextGen Startup Challenge Contest, accelerating the development and deployment of its innovative solutions.
Backed by TIDE-EIR & NIDHI-EIR: Powering Our Startup Journey
We are proudly supported by government-backed Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR) programs such as TIDE-EIR and NIDHI-EIR, which have played a crucial role in our early-stage journey by providing financial assistance, expert mentorship, and access to incubation resources. Through the TIDE 2.0 initiative of MeitY and the NIDHI program of DST, we have received the necessary support to develop our technology, validate our ideas, and build a strong foundation for our startup.
Recognized by Startup Odisha: Driving Innovation from Prototype to Pilot Scale
We are proud to be recognized under the Startup Odisha initiative, which supports innovation and entrepreneurship across the state. Through monetary benefits such as Need-Based Assistance, subsidiary incubation, and monthly allowance grants, Startup Odisha has played a key role in enabling our transition from prototype development to pilot-scale manufacturing.
Supported by STPI: Scaling Up with Strategic Funding and Mentorship
We are grateful to be supported by the Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) under their Scale-Up Funding Scheme. Through initiatives like NGIS and Centres of Entrepreneurship (CoEs), STPI provides vital financial support, mentorship, and infrastructure to help startups like ours commercialize products and scale operations effectively.
Tata Social Enterprise Challenge Seed Fund Winner 2023–2024
We are honored to be a Seed Fund Winner of the Tata Social Enterprise Challenge 2023–2024, a prestigious initiative by Tata Sons and IIM Calcutta that supports India’s most promising early-stage social enterprises. This recognition and funding have been instrumental in helping us scale our impact-driven innovation, aligning with the challenge’s mission of fostering sustainable, scalable, and measurable social change
