DTC Accelerate – ClimateTech

About NASSCOM

NASSCOM stands as the collective voice of India’s $283 billion technology industry, driving the nation’s journey toward becoming the global hub for innovation, digital transformation, and IT services. With a thriving network of 3,000+ member companies — spanning startups, global capability centers (GCCs), product firms, and engineering leaders — NASSCOM represents the full spectrum of India’s tech ecosystem.

Rooted in its mission to make technology more human-centric, NASSCOM champions innovation that empowers people, transforms industries, and enriches lives. Through strategic collaboration with industry, government, and academia, it enables policies, programs, and partnerships that strengthen India’s global reputation as a trusted hub for technology, talent, and impact.

As a purpose-driven catalyst for change, NASSCOM continues to nurture a future-ready digital economy — one that accelerates sustainable growth, fosters inclusion, and positions India at the forefront of the global innovation landscape.

About iHub - AWaDH

IIT Ropar – Technology and Innovation Foundation is a Section – 8 company founded to support the initiatives of the established Technology Innovation Hub – AWaDH (Agriculture and Water Technology Development Hub) at the Indian Institute of Technology Ropar in the framework of National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NM – ICPS) by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. The TIF supports deep tech R&D-driven startups and research community members, in the domain of Agriculture and Water and provides incubation and acceleration support to technology and innovation-based ideas and products towards sustainable agriculture, and the environment, by leveraging IoT, AI, and ICPS.

Accelerate Program Designed for Real Impact

Deep Sector Expertise

Deep Sector Expertise

Mentorship and guidance designed specifically for innovators.

Hands-On Product Development

Hands-On Product Development

Lab access, field trials, and technical support through industry and academic collaborations.

Milestone-Driven Growth

Milestone-Driven Growth

Set your own success metrics and track progress with structured program checkpoints.

Beyond the Program

Beyond the Program

Long-term alumni support through showcases, mentoring sessions, and exclusive ecosystem events.

Timeline

September 12

Application Launch

September 28

Application Deadline

Sept 29–Oct 5

Internal Evaluation & Shortlisting

October 7–9

Jury Evaluation of Shortlisted Startups

October 15

Final Cohort Announcement

October 16–31

Onboarding of Startups

November 3rd Onwards

Commencement of Accelerate Program

Benefits For Startups

Technology Validation and Due Diligence

Support from Prototype to product launch

Partnership, Collaboration and Connects

Testbed and support in joint technology Development

Deployment of Market ready products

Support in exploring Global Market

Customized Training & Mentoring

Investment and financial support for Startups

Support in Tech commercialization

Technology enhancement for pre launched Products

Our Prominent Partners and Collaboraters

Investment and Incubator Partners