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GrantActive (Open for Applications)Pan India24/10/2026Institutional Verified

Pitch Connect (South)

Administering Body: KonguTBI
Official Financial Benefit / Grant CeilingsAudit Status: HIGH_CONFIDENCE
Grant up to ₹20 Lakhs per selected startup

Source Trust & Audit Verification

Last Verified: October 2026
Provider ClassificationInstitutional VerifiedVerified SIDBI, IIT, IIM, accredited incubator or apex institutional entity.
Lifecycle / Application StatusActive (Open for Applications)Open for rolling or active cohort submissions.
Official Portal Linkwww.2konnect.tbi-kec.orgDirect institutional portal for submission
Data Completeness Score100% VerifiedCross-referenced against published nodal guidelines

Fee Structure & Cost Transparency

Not Stated by Source

To protect founders from predatory consulting claims, official statutory fees and optional advisory fees are strictly segregated below. Fee information reflects what is published on the official source.

Official Application FeeFee not stated on the official sourceOfficial source does not state an application fee. Verify on the portal.
Official Processing / Participation FeeProcessing fee not stated on the official sourceVerify processing/participation fees on the official portal
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Optional Advisory RetainerOptional Advisory Retainer: INR 10,000 + 18% GSTThird-party documentation assistance (Strictly Optional)
Advisory Transparency Notice: Any external consulting or legal retainer fees are completely optional services provided by third-party advisors. You can always apply directly through the official government or institutional portal. Where the official source does not state an application fee, we report “Not Stated” rather than assuming free — always verify on the official portal.

Documented Eligibility Requirements

Official Policy Extract
This programme is open to early-stage technology startups based in South India, in particular Tamil Nadu, registered Private Limited Company Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) Registered Partnership Firm Incorporated in India within the last 5 years from the date of application. A valid DPIIT Recognition Certificate is mandatory.

Target Industry Sectors

AgricultureEnergy & Clean Tech

Specific sector scope: Climate Innovation Biodiversity Loss Preservation Energy usage and Efficiency Waste Disposal and Management Carbon Footprints and Greenhouse Emission Agriculture & Sustainable Rural Economy

StartupLok Independent Analysis & Practical Considerations

Is This Opportunity Right For Your Startup?

Who Is Most Likely To Qualify

Entities with DPIIT incorporation vintage within 5–7 years, clean director CIBIL records, and working prototypes (TRL 4+) addressing documented sectoral priority areas.

Important Compliance Caveats

Institutional grants are milestone-disbursed against audited milestones. Ensure audited financial statements, promoter equity capitalization tables, and utility bills are in order before submitting.

Official Application Portal

Applications must be submitted directly through the designated institutional website:

Open Official Portalhttps://www.2konnect.tbi-kec.org/

Frequently Asked Questions (Pitch Connect (South))

What is the official funding benefit under Pitch Connect (South)?

Grant up to ₹20 Lakhs per selected startup

Who is eligible to apply for Pitch Connect (South)?

This programme is open to early-stage technology startups based in South India, in particular Tamil Nadu, registered Private Limited Company Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) Registered Partnership Firm Incorporated in India within the last 5 years from the date of application. A valid DPIIT Recognition Certificate is mandatory.

What is the current application deadline for Pitch Connect (South)?

The application timeline is recorded as: 24/10/2026. Status: ACTIVE.

How do I submit an application for Pitch Connect (South)?

Official applications must be filed through: https://www.2konnect.tbi-kec.org/.

Is there an official application fee for Pitch Connect (South)?

No. The official administering body charges ₹0 (Free / No Official Fee) to apply. Direct discovery and official source access on StartupLok is 100% free.

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Scheme Specifications

Lifecycle Status:Active (Open for Applications)
Source Authority:Institutional Verified
Funding Type:Grant
Territory:Pan India
Deadline:24/10/2026
Official Fee:Fee not stated on the official source
Last Verified:October 2026

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