Advait is a cutting-edge accelerator program designed to catalyse innovation in the defence and strategic technology sectors. An initiative by the Institute of Defence Studies and Research (IDSR) in collaboration with India Accelerator, Advait is dedicated to nurturing early-stage startups working on high-impact solutions that enhance national security, defence capabilities, and strategic infrastructure.
The program focuses on dual-use technologies—solutions serving both civilian and defence purposes—across domains such as unmanned systems, AI/ML, cyber defense, surveillance, and advanced materials. Accepted startups gain access to specialized infrastructure to help validate and deploy technologies in real-world defense scenarios.
Advait aligns with national priorities such as Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India, bridging the gap between private innovation and defense stakeholders like the DRDO and Indian Armed Forces.
Learn directly from industry veterans, technologists, academicians, and ex-Army officials.
Access to state-of-the-art facilities and pilot opportunities for testing and validation.
Opportunities to connect with leading defense players, secure funding, and meet investors.
Collaborations with defense PSUs and armed forces for real-world deployment.
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