The Swiss Leading House South Asia supports international research projects in Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, the Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Iran. Early-stage startups get the opportunity to discover the Indian startup ecosystem as participants in the Academia-Industry Training program.
Purpose
The Academia-Industry Training (AIT) India supports researchers from Switzerland and India who want to turn their science into business. Whether you are working on a startup idea or have already launched a startup based on your applied research, this program helps you explore the Indian and Swiss innovation ecosystems and brings you closer to a market-ready solution.
What’s in it for you?
Participate in two fully funded weeks in India and in Switzerland.
Pitch at Asia’s largest tech conference.
Compete for CHF 10,000 to take your next step toward international success.
Join a vibrant community of sciencepreneurs.
Build your international network.
Eligibility
Swiss-based applicants – with a startup idea, or who have founded or co-founded an early-stage, science-based startup or spin-off.
10 Swiss-based startups will be selected in a competitive virtual pitching session in late summer 2025.
Grant sum
CHF 10,000. Compete for this grant to further develop and scale your innovation.
Expenses covered
All expenses including food, accommodation, and transportation during the seminaries
Program destinations
India and Switzerland
Calls
1 per year