INDIA ISRAEI 

Startup Bridge

Strengthening the Indian-Israel  Innovation Ties

Overview

India-Israel Global Innovation Challenge

India and Israel are joining forces in order to address some of the world’s most pressing innovation challenges. Startup India and the Israel Innovation Authority invite entrepreneurs, startups, research teams, etc., to submit their solutions to challenges in the areas of agriculture, water and digital health.

Indian Winners Israeli Winners
Exclusive Summit with industry leaders and potential partners in India as well as Israel Exclusive Summit with industry leaders and potential partners in India as well as Israel
Cash Prize of INR 2.00 - 5.00 Lakh Funding opportunities for pilot execution from the new i4F Fund under Israel Innovation Authority
Additional cash prize of INR 10.00 - 25.00 Lakh for water challenges only (sponsored by Livpure) Additional cash prize of INR 10.00 - 25.00 Lakh (equivalent 15,000-40,000) USD to for water challenges only (sponsored by Livpure)
Cross-border mentorship and incubation/acceleration support Cross-border mentorship with Indian industry experts
Matchmaking with leading corporates and investors to explore piloting solution in India Matchmaking with leading corporates and investors to explore piloting so

Winners Declaration

Israel-India Business Guidelines

Quick Facts | India & Israel 

  • Tel Aviv: #4 globally in Startup Genome 2025
  • VC Raised: $9.3B in H1 2025
  • Mega Rounds: 32 ($50M+) in H1 2025
  • Value: $198B (Jul 2022–Dec 2024)
  • Gov. Support: IIA invested $105M in 2024 (total $257M in 3 years)

India–Israel Innovation Bridge

The India–Israel Innovation Bridge is a dynamic platform that brings together the entrepreneurial ecosystems of both nations to solve global challenges through collaboration. It fosters joint innovation in sectors such as agriculture, water, digital health, and advanced technologies. By connecting startups, research teams, and industry leaders, the bridge enables the co-creation of sustainable solutions with real-world impact. This partnership not only strengthens bilateral relations but also opens new opportunities for cross-border mentorship, investment, and technology exchange, driving inclusive growth for both countries.