About this programme
Maruti Suzuki Day at SINE IIT Bombay is a startup engagement platform connecting innovative startups with Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) to explore collaboration opportunities across mobility and emerging technologies. Applications are invited from DPIIT-recognized, Maharashtra-based startups working in mobility, energy & electrification, semiconductors & electronics, cybersecurity, Industry 4.0/AI, sustainability & circular economy, and customer experience. The Top 10 shortlisted startups present their solutions to MSIL leadership, and two winning startups receive an opportunity for PoCs or further engagement with MSIL plus a cash prize. It is run by SINE, IIT Bombay (in partnership with Maruti Suzuki India Limited).
The support is delivered through the programme’s own structure, and the form it takes is set by the issuing authority. The amount and form of support that actually apply to you depend on the programme’s rules and how your application is assessed — they are not fixed for every applicant.
It is aimed at businesses in mobility, energy & electrification, semiconductors & electronics, cybersecurity, industry 4.0/ai, sustainability, customer experience. Like most government programmes, it has its own eligibility conditions, documentation and application window, and these terms are revised from time to time. Because of that, it is worth confirming the current eligibility, amount and deadline on the official programme page before you invest time in applying.
Who can apply
DPIIT-recognized startups based in Maharashtra with a working product/technology and clear commercialization potential, aligned to one of the listed focus areas (Mobility & Transportation, Energy & Electrification, Semiconductors & Electronics, Cybersecurity, Industry 4.0/AI, Sustainability & Circular Economy, Customer Experience).
Documents you’ll typically need
- Business registration / incorporation certificate
- PAN (and GST registration, where applicable)
- Identity and address proof for the applicant / directors
- A short description of your business or project
The exact checklist depends on the programme and your specifics.
Frequently asked
Who runs this programme?
Maruti Suzuki Day at SINE IIT Bombay is offered by SINE, IIT Bombay (in partnership with Maruti Suzuki India Limited). Eligibility and approval rest with them; the criteria and amounts are set by the programme.
Is there a deadline to apply?
The programme lists a deadline of 2026-08-17. Government timelines can change, so confirm the current date on the official programme page before you apply.
How do I know if I’m eligible?
Read “Who can apply” above for the programme’s own criteria. If you’d like a quick read on your specific case, our free 2-minute eligibility check maps your stage, sector and revenue to what you can realistically claim.
Reviewed July 2026. Government programmes change — confirm current eligibility, amounts and deadlines on the official programme page before you apply. CapEasy is a private consultancy and is not affiliated with any government authority.