Call for
Maruti Suzuki Day @ T-Hub” Initiative
About Organisation
T-Hub, located in Telangana, is a premier innovation hub and ecosystem enabler in India. It aims to foster entrepreneurship and facilitate growth by connecting startups with corporates, mentors, investors, and academia. With a strong focus on innovation, collaboration, and scaling, T-Hub has empowered numerous startups through programs, workshops, and strategic partnerships. It offers curated opportunities that drive impact and align with industry demands.
Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL), one of India’s largest automobile manufacturers, is widely recognized for revolutionizing the Indian passenger vehicle market. MSIL constantly strives to promote innovation in the mobility sector by engaging with disruptive startups and new-age technologies. Through platforms like the “Maruti Suzuki Day @ T-Hub,” the company provides startups with an opportunity to showcase their solutions and integrate with its innovation ecosystem.
Together, T-Hub and Maruti Suzuki offer a dynamic platform that not only recognizes startup talent but also provides avenues for scaling solutions within one of the most significant industry domains — mobility. Their collaborative initiatives serve to bridge the gap between cutting-edge innovation and large-scale deployment, ensuring real-world relevance, strategic mentorship, and high-impact exposure.
About the Grant
“Maruti Suzuki Day @ T-Hub” is a specially designed full-day innovation experience that offers startups an opportunity to directly engage with Maruti Suzuki leaders and the larger automotive ecosystem. The initiative focuses on showcasing breakthrough technologies and facilitating strategic partnerships that align with the mobility sector and beyond. This grant opportunity serves as a launchpad for startups to validate, scale, and deploy their solutions through industry collaboration.
In addition to pitching sessions, the event includes panel discussions, fireside chats, and networking with key industry stakeholders. Startups selected during the event stand to gain immediate recognition and rewards, including cash prizes and direct onboarding into Maruti Suzuki’s flagship innovation programs, increasing their chances of pilot collaborations and co-development opportunities.
This initiative aims to support product-ready or market-ready solutions that align with Maruti Suzuki’s innovation priorities. Key focus areas include cybersecurity, EV technology, AI/ML, fintech, mobility, road infrastructure, and more. Startups participating in this initiative benefit from tailored mentorship, business alignment strategies, and ecosystem integration — all within a single high-impact event.
Overall, the grant provides financial incentives, expert mentorship, and industry access, making it a game-changer for startups looking to enter or scale within the automotive and mobility domains.
Who can Apply?
This opportunity is open to startups that are either based in Telangana or are actively associated with the T-Hub ecosystem. Applicants must demonstrate relevance to Maruti Suzuki’s focus areas, particularly in innovation-driven sectors such as mobility, energy, AI, cybersecurity, infrastructure, fintech, and sustainability.
To be eligible, startups must meet the following criteria:
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Be registered and operational in Telangana or be part of T-Hub’s network or programs.
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Offer a solution that aligns with Maruti Suzuki’s identified priority areas or contributes significantly to the broader mobility ecosystem.
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The product or service should be at a product-ready or beyond stage — meaning it must be deployable or already in use, not just in the ideation or prototype phase.
The initiative encourages applications from startups working on scalable, impactful, and technologically advanced solutions that can integrate with India’s evolving automotive and smart mobility landscape. This is not limited only to automobile-related ideas but spans cross-sector innovations that could benefit urban planning, logistics, energy management, digital finance, and more.
Ultimately, the program looks for startups with a clear vision, a working solution, and the capability to collaborate with industry stakeholders to scale up effectively.
How to Apply?
Interested startups must submit their applications through the official T-Hub portal by the specified deadline. Ensure your startup meets all eligibility criteria and aligns with Maruti Suzuki’s innovation focus areas. Include relevant documents highlighting your product readiness, problem-solving potential, and business scalability. Selected startups will be invited to participate in the Maruti Suzuki Day at T-Hub, where they will present their solutions and engage with industry leaders.
Application Deadline
All entries must be submitted on or before 23rd May 2025. Startups are encouraged to apply early to allow sufficient time for screening and selection by the organizing team.
Last Date To Apply
The final date to submit your application for “Maruti Suzuki Day @ T-Hub” is 23 May 2025. No applications will be accepted beyond this date under any circumstances.
Grant Amount
The winning startup will receive a cash prize of ₹5,00,000, while the first runner-up will be awarded ₹3,00,000. Winners will be announced live during the event.
Last Date To Apply
For more information, please visit the grant website here.