DPIIT Accepts Applications for National Startup Awards 2023

In order to reward and celebrate exceptional entrepreneurs and enablers in the startup ecosystem who are developing cutting-edge technologies and exhibiting quantifiable social impact, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade introduced the National Startup Awards in 2020. Three editions have recognised startups and facilitators thus far who have significantly advanced the growth of the Indian startup ecosystem. Applications for the National Startup Awards 2023 are already being accepted, and the deadline for submissions is May 31, 2023.

The fourth iteration of the National Startup Awards has been introduced by DPIIT to carry on the tradition of honouring and honouring a diverse range of entrepreneurs. In keeping with “Vision India @2047,” where India focuses on becoming a developed economy and is inspired by the spirit of Amrit Kaal across major themes, The National Startup Awards 2023 will honour innovators from across the country.

This year will recognise companies in 20 categories that were chosen after careful consideration of the present economic hot spots in India and throughout the world. More impact-focused categories as well as developments in the industries of aviation, retail, and disruptive technology are included in these categories.

DPIIT will provide a cash reward of INR 10 lakhs to one winning startup in each of the categories. The National Startup Awards winners and finalists will receive special handholding support, including as investor and government connections, mentorship, access to international markets, corporate and unicorn connections, and more.

Overwhelming participation from businesses and ecosystem partners across the nation was seen in all three National Startup Awards (NSA) editions. Over the course of three years, over 6,400 entrepreneurs took part in NSA, and over 450 firms were recognized as winners or finalists.