Innovation Voucher Program (IVP) by EDII-TN
EDII, Tamil Nadu · Central government
A Tamil Nadu government grant funds startups and MSMEs for research collaboration and market entry via two voucher options.
Closed. Applications closed on 10 December 2025. The details below describe the most recent cycle.
Key facts
- Subsidy amount
- ₹3,00,000 – ₹7,00,000
- Instrument
- Subsidy
- Deadline
- 10 December 2025
About this scheme
The Innovation Voucher Program (IVP) is a grant scheme from the Government of Tamil Nadu, administered by the Entrepreneurship Development & Innovation Institute – Tamil Nadu (EDII TN). Its stated objective is to foster research collaboration between startups and MSMEs.
The programme provides two voucher categories. Voucher-A (Entry into Research) offers a grant of ₹3 Lakh, while Voucher-B (Entry into Market) offers a grant of ₹7 Lakh. The scheme is designed to assist deep-tech startups in progressing their research activities and market entry initiatives.
Who can apply
- Eligible business forms
- Not specified
- Udyam registration
- Not specified
- MSME registration
- Not specified
- DPIIT startup recognition
- Not specified
- GST registration
- Not specified
- Where the business may be based
- Not restricted
- Eligibility: Startups & MSMEs. - Focus: research collaboration. - Awareness programme: for DeepTech Startups.
How to apply
Frequently asked questions
What is the objective of the Innovation Voucher Program (IVP)?
The objective is to foster research collaboration between startups and MSMEs, with a particular focus on supporting deep-tech ventures in their research and market entry activities.
What is the difference between Voucher-A and Voucher-B?
Voucher-A (₹3 Lakh) supports entry into research, whereas Voucher-B (₹7 Lakh) facilitates entry into the market.
Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
The programme is intended for Startups and MSMEs, with particular attention given to DeepTech startups.
Is the scheme currently open for applications?
No, the scheme is currently closed, as the application form linked on the official site is no longer accepting responses.
Details last verified on 7 September 2026. Source: the issuer's published information.