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Shine Challenge (MH)

Administering Body: MIDC (Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation)
Official Financial Benefit / Grant CeilingsAudit Status: NEEDS_REVIEW
Total prize pool of ₹2 Crore Opportunity to present solutions for real-world industrial challenges Opportunity for solution deployment and practical implementation

Source Trust & Audit Verification

Last Verified: October 2026
Provider ClassificationNeeds ReviewSecondary documentation review in progress.
Lifecycle / Application StatusApplications ClosedPast cohort closed; monitor for next call for applications.
Official Portal Linkforms.cloud.microsoftDirect institutional portal for submission
Data Completeness Score90% 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
Maharashtra based: Private Limited, LLP, Partnerships, Proprietorship, Students, Individual

Target Industry Sectors

Energy & Clean Tech

Specific sector scope: Pothole Detection & Road Repair Carbon Capture & Emission Management Waste, Water & Effluent Treatment / Recycling Green Energy Solutions AI-Driven Solutions

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://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=3DKyQcqqtESW5dhbH3ifcAeWB1BDKk9GtiR9MKc_R61UNVlIVzZDWjBXRENJQVdJMUQxMkxYQ01YVy4u&origin=lprLink&route=shorturl
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Frequently Asked Questions (Shine Challenge (MH))

What is the official funding benefit under Shine Challenge (MH)?

Total prize pool of ₹2 Crore Opportunity to present solutions for real-world industrial challenges Opportunity for solution deployment and practical implementation

Who is eligible to apply for Shine Challenge (MH)?

Maharashtra based: Private Limited, LLP, Partnerships, Proprietorship, Students, Individual

What is the current application deadline for Shine Challenge (MH)?

The application timeline is recorded as: 27/09/2026. Status: EXPIRED.

How do I submit an application for Shine Challenge (MH)?

Official applications must be filed through: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=3DKyQcqqtESW5dhbH3ifcAeWB1BDKk9GtiR9MKc_R61UNVlIVzZDWjBXRENJQVdJMUQxMkxYQ01YVy4u&origin=lprLink&route=shorturl.

Is there an official application fee for Shine Challenge (MH)?

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:Applications Closed
Source Authority:Needs Review
Funding Type:Grant
Territory:Pan India
Deadline:27/09/2026
Official Fee:Fee not stated on the official source
Last Verified:October 2026

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