MSME Idea Hackathon 6.0: Frontier Technology in MSMEs: One Pillar, Six Themes
Hon’ble Vice President of India has launched MSME Idea Hackathon 6.0 on the MSME Day 27.06.2026 for the novel and innovative ideas.
MSME Idea Hackathon 6.0 aims to promote inclusive innovation by offering a platform for citizens to ideate, design, and develop solutions addressing critical national challenges. The objective is to transform high-potential ideas into scalable MSME-driven ventures that align with the pillars of Aatmanirbhar Bharat, Make in India, and Viksit Bharat @2047. This initiative will enable innovators to access mentorship, funding, incubation support, and a nationwide recognition platform.
Objective of the MSME Idea Hackathon 3.0
MSME Idea Hackathon 6.0 aims to foster innovation in frontier technologies by enabling MSMEs, startups, and innovators to develop scalable, cost-effective, and sustainable solutions across domains such as renewable energy, energy efficiency, automotive advancements, Industry 4.0/5.0, robotics, and emerging export-oriented sectors. The initiative seeks to strengthen global competitiveness, and accelerate the creation of future-ready, self-reliant MSME ecosystems aligned with Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat @2047.
Target Group: The Hackathon is open to all India citizens aged above 18 years of age, regardless of their professional background or educational qualification. Participants may include MSMEs, students, entrepreneurs, technocrats, working professionals, academic researchers, and retired experts. The only prerequisite is a passion for problem-solving and a commitment to nation building. Participants shall apply on MSME Innovative portal on www.innovative.msme.gov.in. Last date to apply for Hackathon 6.0 is 14.07.2026
Shri Rawatpura Sarkar University (SRU) in Raipur is officially recognized as a Host Institute (HI) under the Ministry of MSME’s Innovative Scheme in the year of 2023. Operating on Dhamtari Road in Dhaneli, SRU actively supports local entrepreneurs, innovators, and startups through specialized training, Incubation, and access to funding grants.
Proven Track Record in MSME Innovation
Shri Rawatpura Sarkar University’s commitment to the MSME ecosystem is deeply rooted. As an active Host Institute under the MSME Champion Scheme, the university has successfully driven key initiatives like the MSME Idea Hackathon, empowering innovators, researchers, and women entrepreneurs to transform visionary ideas into sustainable solutions.
- One idea awarded in MSME Idea Hackathon 3.0
- One idea awarded in MSME Idea Hackathon 4.0
Frontier Technology in MSMEs: One Pillar, Six Themes
Timelines for MSME Idea Hackathon 6.0
Ideas received as fully completed applications from 27th June – 14th July 2026 will be considered for Incubation support under the MSME Idea Hackathon 6.0 scheme on the Portal meant for the purpose through the link: https://my.msme.gov.in/inc/& the portal will be open till 14.07.2026.
Eligibility to Apply for the MSME Idea Hackathon 6.0
Ideas are being invited under MSME Idea Hackathon 6.0 aged over 18 years from all over
A. Innovators of Indian Origin
Any individual of Indian origin with a valid email and mobile number is eligible to participate in the hackathon. This open eligibility criterion allows innovators from across the country to present their ideas and contribute to the growth of MSMEs in India.
B. Categories for Registration
Participants can apply under the following three categories:
- MSME Category: Registered MSMEs can participate by submitting their Udyam Registration Number. The Udyam Registration is essential for MSMEs to access benefits and financial support during the hackathon. You can register for Udyam if you haven’t done so already to ensure your eligibility.
- Student Category: Students who wish to participate must submit a valid Student Identity Card for the academic year 2025-2026. This category encourages the participation of young, dynamic minds with fresh and creative ideas that can reshape the MSME landscape.
- Others Category: This category is open to individual innovators who may not be part of an MSME or a student institution but have innovative ideas that could bring value to the MSME sector. Whether you are a freelancer, researcher, or an independent innovator, you can apply under this category.
Benefits Offered
Financial assistance up-to maximum of Rs. 15 lakh per approved idea, through the Host Institutes chosen by them for developing and nurturing of the idea into working prototype.
This financial support covers:
- Prototyping and product development
- Research and development (R&D) expenses
- Materials and technology required for execution
Host Institutions, like Shri Rawatpura Sarkar University, Raipur, Chhattisgarh are responsible for nurturing these ideas and helping participants navigate the development process by providing the resources and technical assistance needed.
Criteria for Ideas
The mandate for Ideas All ideas should contain, inter-alia, following basic types of Innovation Processes:
- Marketing & Branding: Innovation related to the customer experience.
- Ideation: Innovation related to the product idea & concept.
- Technology: Innovation related to product functionality.
- Co-creation: Innovation related to customer involvement.
- Social Innovation: Innovation related to the corporate culture.
- Entrepreneurship: Innovation related to entrepreneurial thinking.
- Open Innovation: Innovation related to stakeholders.
- Business Model Innovation: Innovation related to the purpose and strategy.
Application Procedure for MSME Idea Hackathon 6.0
MSME Idea Hackathon 6.0 scheme on the Portal meant for the purpose through the link: https://my.msme.gov.in/inc/
After clicking the above link
Click the Join MSME Idea Hackathon 6.0
After clicking on the Registration button, the Registration window will be displayed, enter all the details.
If the MSME category is selected, Enter Udyam Registration and Mobile Number and click on Validate Udyam Registration button, all details get filled automatically after successful validation.
The applicant has the option to choose the Host Institutes (HI) in their State. In case there is no HI, the applicant may choose an HI of their choice from any other state after clicking on Validate & Generate OTP button, OTP will be sent to the registered email Id & Mobile No. Enter all details and click on Validate & Submit button.
After clicking on Validate & Submit button, the registration successful confirmation message window will be displayed, click on the OK button
Go to the home page. Click Join MSME Idea Hackathon 6.0 Button
Click Sign in
Provide the Registered Email Id, Password, and verification code, Click on Login me button. With successful login, the Dashboard window will be opened. Users can see all submitted Ideas.
Click the Submit Idea
Click on Apply button, Idea proposal window will be displayed.
- Select your State as Chhattisgarh — When asked for your state, choose Chhattisgarh to see the list of Host Implementing Entities in the state.
- Select Shri Rawatpura Sarkar University, Raipur as your Host Institute — From the dropdown list of Host Implementing Entities in Chhattisgarh, select Shri Rawatpura Sarkar University, Raipur
- Select the Theme
- Choose the area
- Title of proposed idea/innovation
- Briefly explain newness/uniqueness of the innovation (Maximum 1500 characters allowed.)
- Concept & Objective (Maximum 1500 characters allowed.)
- Specify the potential areas of application in industry/market in brief(Maximum 1500 characters allowed.)
- Briefly provide the market potential of idea/innovation (Maximum 1500 characters allowed.)
- Upload Block diagram/ flow chart/ Circuit Diagram/Pictures (Name and contact details should not appear in the file. Remove all special characters and spaces from the file name) [Upload only pdf,File size should not exceed 2 MB]
- Submit your application — Review all information carefully and submit. You will receive a confirmation on your registered email and mobile number.
After clicking on Submit button the confirmation message will be displayed and if the user clicks the OK button then the idea proposal will be submitted also an email is sent on the registered email Id.
Sample proposal Idea
| 1 | HIBI State | CHHATISGARH |
| 2. | HI/BI Name | Shri Rawatpura Sarkar University, Raipur |
| 3. | Select the Theme | Theme 01 -Renewable Energy- Theme 02 -Energy EfficiencyTheme 03 – Automotive Technology- Theme 04 -Industry 4.0 and 5.0- Theme 05 -Robotics and Automation- Theme 06 -Other Frontier Technologies- |
| 4. | choose sector | Agriculture, Rivers & Ocean Produce based industries, fertilizers, Agricultural Implements & Agro processing and any related sub-sector Healthcare & Life sciences, Medical Devices, Pharmaceuticals, Biotech, AYUSH and any related sub-sector Power, Renewables, Electricals, Power Electronics, Energy Efficiency and any related sub-sector Services, Education, Hospitality, Media, Publishing, Entertainment, Design, Wellness, Logistics, Sports and any related sub-sector Miscellaneous Sector (Environment, Forests, Water & Sanitation; Foods, Beverages, FMCG, Consumer Goods; Infrastructure, Construction, Housing; IT, ITES, Electronics, White Goods, Telecommunication; Metals, Engineering, Machinery, Automation and Transportation, Automotive, E Vehicles, Railways, Aviation, UAV and any other sub-sector) |
| 5 | Title of proposed idea/innovation: | Design and development of small scale milk disinfection system |
| 6. | Briefly explain newness/uniqueness of the innovation: | Technical difference from available technology methods It is using Plasma based UV creation instead of mercury bulb technology prevalent in market. Existing mercury based technology poses serious threat to environment. Existing Mercury bulbs produces a limited range of UV spectrum vis-à-vis new plasma based technology, hence limiting the use vis-à-vis the plasma technology. |
| 7. | Concept & Objective | Concept-India is the largest milk producer in the world. However, our milk is considered one of the most poor quality milk as per international standards of permitted bacterial growth before treatment. Bacterial count in Indian Raw Milk used for processing is 1000 times higher then the permitted international standards . Biggest challenge emanates from three key factors |
| 8. | Specify the potential areas of application in industry/market in brief | The key application area targeted as of now are . Milk a. Raw Milk Preservation at farmer level, till it reaches organized handlers b. Milk preservation at intermediate stage collection points, before it reaches processing plant Not in scope of our project. |
| 9. | Briefly provide the market potential of idea/innovation | Milk is India’s largest crop produced by farmers, with a market size of approximately INR 6.5 Lac Crores (USD 100 Billion) – and this is just raw milk market. Our innovation is applicable to the entire milk market of India. With a simple act of quality improvement from this research, |
| 10. | Upload Block diagram/ flow chart/ Circuit Diagram/Pictures (Name and contact details should not appear in the file. Remove all special characters and spaces from the file name) | [Upload only pdf,File size should not exceed 2 MB] |
For help with your application, call SRU Business Incubation at: mobile no.9993244372
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can a team apply, or only individuals?
The hackathon portal allows both individual and team applications. Teams should ensure that one member registers as the primary applicant and selects Shri Rawatpura Sarkar University, Raipur as the Host Implementing Entity (HI). All team members’ details can be added during the submission process.
Can a student from outside Shri Rawatpura Sarkar University apply through SRSU?
Yes. While Shri Rawatpura Sarkar University students are naturally encouraged to apply through us, students from other colleges, universities, and technical institutions across Chhattisgarh and beyond can also choose SRSU as their Host Implementing Entity. The resources, lab access, and technical mentorship we provide are open to all innovators who register through our institution.
Do I need to have a fully developed idea or prototype already?
No. The hackathon is designed specifically to capture early-stage concepts. You are submitting an innovative idea, not a finished product. The evaluation is strictly based on the quality, originality, and feasibility of your concept. The actual prototype is developed after selection, utilizing the comprehensive support of SRSU’s faculty and the allocated government funding.
What happens after my idea is selected?
Selected innovators are immediately onboarded into the SRSU Incubation and Entrepreneurship program. The ₹15 lakh government grant is released in structured tranches through the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) to the university, which then manages the funds to support your prototype development, raw materials, testing, equipment access, and Intellectual Property (IP) filing. You will work side-by-side with SRSU research mentors and industry experts throughout this development phase.
Is there any fee to apply?
No. The application process is completely free of charge for all categories of participants, including students, independent innovators, and MSMEs.
What if I do not have a Udyam Registration for the MSME category?
You can easily register your MSME or startup on the official government Udyam portal at udyamregistration.gov.in free of cost. The process is fully online, quick, and paperless. Once registered, you will instantly receive your Udyam Registration Number, which you can use to complete your hackathon application under the MSME category.
Can I apply under multiple themes?
Each applicant or team should ideally submit one core idea under one primary theme. If you possess distinct innovations across entirely different themes, you may submit separate applications. However, please ensure that each submission represents a completely different innovation and is not a slight variation of the same idea.
About Shri Rawatpura Sarkar University, Raipur
Shri Rawatpura Sarkar University (SRSU) is one of Central India’s premier private universities, located in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. Established with a vision to bridge the gap between academic theory and industrial application, SRSU offers a diverse array of advanced programs across Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Science, Management, Law, and Education.
With a vibrant campus hosting thousands of learners from across the region, SRSU has built a stellar reputation for academic rigor, an active research culture, and strong community-driven innovation. The university’s consistent investment in modern research infrastructure, well-equipped scientific laboratories, and expert faculty makes it a vital engine for technological and social growth in Chhattisgarh.
SRSU Incubation & Entrepreneurship Ecosystem
Serving as the university’s dedicated innovation arm, the incubation cell supports students, faculty, alumni, and independent regional innovators in translating raw technology ideas into market-ready ventures. As an approved Host Institute under the MSME schemes, SRSU maintains strong institutional linkages with government bodies, industrial clusters, and startup networks to ensure that grassroots innovations receive national-level exposure and compliant financial management.
Apply Now — Do Not Miss This Opportunity
The MSME Idea Hackathon is more than a competition. It is a structured, fully funded pathway from idea to innovation to real-world impact, backed by the Ministry of MSME, Government of India, and supported locally by Shri Rawatpura Sarkar University’s advanced technical ecosystem.
Whether you are a student with a tech concept you have been drafting for months, an MSME owner looking for a smarter engineering solution, or an independent innovator addressing a critical regional problem — this is your moment. The funding is real. The support is real. The opportunity is national.
Apply today. Choose Chhattisgarh. Choose Shri Rawatpura Sarkar University, Raipur.
Need assistance with your application?
For any questions regarding the application process, theme alignment, technical documentation, or post-selection PFMS support, please contact the Shri Rawatpura Sarkar University MSME Host Institute / Incubation Team directly at the university campus or via email deanrnd@sruraipur.ac.in , contact no. 9993244372
