Incubation & Acceleration
The D.A.D.A. 4-Stage Model: From Ideation to Market Leadership
Comprehensive Support for Innovation
Our proven 4-stage incubation model takes startups from concept to commercialization, with strategic access to government schemes, mentorship networks, and world-class infrastructure.
What We Offer
Comprehensive support ecosystem for startup success
Infrastructure
- Co-working spaces with 24/7 access
- Meeting rooms and conference facilities
- High-speed internet and IT infrastructure
- Advanced prototyping facilities and labs
- Equipment and tool access
Funding Support
- Seed funding up to ₹5 lakhs
- Prototype development grants up to ₹25 lakhs
- Government scheme navigation (iDEX, TDF, BIRAC)
- Investment readiness preparation
- Investor connections and pitch support
Mentorship
- Access to 100+ industry experts
- One-on-one guidance from domain specialists
- Strategic advisory and board-level mentorship
- Monthly mentor sessions and workshops
- Peer learning and cohort networking
Technical Support
- Engineering and R&D support
- Testing and quality certification
- IP strategy and patent filing assistance
- Laboratory and testing facility access
- Technical documentation support
Business Support
- Business model development and validation
- Go-to-market strategy and planning
- Legal and compliance guidance
- Financial planning and accounting support
- Marketing and branding assistance
Network Access
- Government customer introductions
- Defence, police, and public sector connections
- Corporate partnership facilitation
- Manufacturing and supply chain partners
- Alumni network and ecosystem access
The D.A.D.A. 4-Stage Model
Stage 1: IDEATION
Drishti Program
Duration
3 months
Funding Support
Up to ₹5 Lakhs
What We Provide:
- Problem-solution validation through customer interviews and market research
- Technical feasibility assessment with domain experts
- Business model development and revenue strategy
- Access to mentor network (100+ industry experts)
- Co-working space and basic infrastructure
Stage 2: PROTOTYPE
Nirmaan Program
Duration
6 months
Funding Support
Up to ₹25 Lakhs
What We Provide:
- Prototype development funding and technical support
- Fabrication lab access with advanced equipment and tools
- IP strategy support and patent filing assistance
- Government customer introductions (Defence, Police, Government departments)
- Technical mentorship and engineering support
Stage 3: MARKET READY
Bazaar Program
Duration
6 months
Funding Support
Up to ₹1 Crore (via schemes)
What We Provide:
- iDEX/TDF/BIRAC grant application support and facilitation
- Pilot deployment facilitation with government agencies
- Quality testing and certification through our laboratories
- Investment readiness preparation and investor connections
- Procurement navigation and tender support
Stage 4: SCALE-UP
Vistar Program
Duration
12 months
Support
Growth capital facilitation
What We Provide:
- Series A/B investor connections and pitch preparation
- Procurement navigation and large-scale order fulfillment support
- Manufacturing partnerships and contract manufacturing connections
- Export market exploration and international collaborations
- Strategic advisory and board-level mentorship
Application Criteria
Eligibility Requirements
- Innovation aligned with D.A.D.A. focus areas
- Indian founders with 51%+ ownership
- Full-time commitment from at least one founder
- Novel approach with scalable potential
Selection Process
- 1Online application submission
- 2Initial screening and shortlisting
- 3Pitch presentation to selection committee
- 4Due diligence and final selection
Ready to Transform Your Innovation?
Join D.A.D.A.'s incubation program and accelerate your journey from idea to impact