From November 10 to 20, 2025, selected participants from Germany will travel to Bengaluru and Hyderabad to collaborate with Indian partners on innovation projects with global potential. The program brings together researchers, founders, and start-up teams with a university or research affiliation to work in international tandems.
Participants will benefit from a diverse program including Design Thinking workshops, co-creation sessions, mentoring and pitch training, networking with investors and start-ups, and site visits to leading innovation hubs and companies. The program concludes with a final pitch and the option to take part in the Bengaluru Tech Summit.
Applicants must be based in Germany and affiliated with a university, university of applied sciences, or non-university research institution. All travel, accommodation, and program costs for German participants are covered by the German Centre for Research and Innovation (DWIH) New Delhi.
Application deadline is July 13, 2025.
Contact
Hanna Dewes
Communication & Public Relations