August 25, 2026, is an important deadline for several startup, innovation and research-related programmes linked to government institutions and industry initiatives. Entrepreneurs, technology startups and researchers seeking funding or incubation opportunities are expected to complete their applications before the respective deadlines.

Among the programmes listed for August 25 are the RKVY-RABI 2026 programme, BEAUTY&YOU India 2026, the IIT Patna Pre-Incubation Grant and an ICMR technology-transfer opportunity.

RKVY-RABI 2026

The RKVY-RABI programme, associated with the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and IIM Kashipur, is aimed at supporting startups working in the agriculture and allied sectors.

According to the information provided, August 25 is the last date for applications under the relevant 2026 call, with financial support of up to ₹2.5 crore cited for eligible agri-startups.

The programme is intended to encourage entrepreneurship and innovation in agriculture, an area where startups are increasingly working on technologies, supply chains, farm services and other solutions.

BEAUTY&YOU India 2026

Another programme approaching its application deadline is BEAUTY&YOU India 2026, an initiative associated with the beauty and personal-care entrepreneurship ecosystem and supported by Startup India/DPIIT.

The programme provides an opportunity for entrepreneurs and emerging brands in the beauty sector to showcase their ideas and pursue business-development opportunities.

Applicants interested in participating in the 2026 programme should check the official programme conditions and eligibility requirements before submitting their applications.

IIT Patna Pre-Incubation Grant

The IIT Patna Pre-Incubation Grant is another opportunity listed with an August 25 deadline.

The programme is aimed at supporting technology-focused startups, including ventures working in areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things and MedTech. The information provided cites funding support of up to ₹2 lakh for eligible startups.

Such pre-incubation programmes are designed to help early-stage founders develop their ideas, validate technology and move towards building commercially viable ventures.

ICMR Technology Transfer Opportunity

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has also listed a technology-transfer-related opportunity for which an Expression of Interest (EoI) deadline falls on August 25.

The initiative is relevant to organisations, researchers and potential industry partners interested in taking identified technologies forward through technology transfer and collaboration.

Applicants should carefully review the specific terms, eligibility conditions and submission requirements issued by ICMR before filing an EoI.

Verify Deadlines Before Applying

With multiple opportunities carrying the same deadline, startups and researchers should avoid waiting until the final hours to submit applications. Supporting documents, eligibility requirements, technical proposals and other information may need to be prepared in advance.

It is also important to verify the latest official notification of each programme before applying, as deadlines, eligibility criteria and funding terms can change.

For entrepreneurs and researchers, these programmes highlight the growing role of government-backed incubation, research support and technology-transfer mechanisms in India’s innovation ecosystem.