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Global Springboard Programme (GSP) – India Component
Empowering UK University Startups to Scale in India
About the Programme
The Global Springboard Programme – India Component (GSP India) is supported by the UK Government and delivered by T-Hub Foundation, India’s premier innovation hub. The programme is designed to help UK university startups in the fields of Sustainability (Energy, Climate, Environment, Circular Economy) and Industry 4.0 (Robotics, Big Data, AI, IoT, ML, Advanced Manufacturing) to successfully enter and scale in the Indian market.
India’s rapidly growing innovation ecosystem, strong policy frameworks, and increasing demand for sustainable and digital-first solutions provide a unique opportunity for startups to test, validate, and scale their technologies. GSP India will serves as a catalyst — fostering high-value connections, providing deep insights, and enabling startups to build strategic blueprints for their India entry.
The programme acts as a guiding light for startups, illuminating pathways to success as they embark on their journey to establish a foothold in India. Through a blend of tailored assistance and collaboration with stakeholders, this programme endeavours to empower startups to not only enter but thrive in India’s dynamic market environment.
Why India?
- World’s fastest-growing economy with a £2.9T+ GDP and booming innovation ecosystem
- Large-scale demand for clean energy, digital, and Industry 4.0 solutions
- Strong policy push for sustainability, EVs, AI, and advanced manufacturing
- Strategic partnerships between the UK and India fostering innovation and trade
Programme Benefits
Mentorship
Dedicated mentors for sector insights and India market entry guidance
Knowledge Building
Deep understanding of India’s ecosystem, regulatory environment, business model adaptation, and investor expectations.
Customisation
Tailored engagement plans based on each startup’s needs
Market Access
Curated connects with Indian corporates, investors, and government agencies
Visibility
Showcase at high-impact Demo Day with media exposure
India Roadmap
Market entry roadmap and strategic blueprint for localisation, partnerships, and growth in India
Follow-Through
Post-immersion support
Programme Structure
Who Can Apply?
- UK university-linked startups at the MVP stage or beyond
- Working in Sustainability or Industry 4.0 domains
- Demonstrating early traction in their home market
- Firm commitment to complete the full programme, including all phases and reporting requirements
- Knowledge sharing: Commitment to share learnings and insights about the Indian market with their home universities, supporting wider ecosystem impact
Who Can Apply?
- UK university-linked startups at the MVP stage or beyond
- Working in Sustainability or Industry 4.0 domains
- Demonstrating early traction in their home market
- Committed founders ready to participate actively
Application Timeline
Supported by UK Government and Delivered by T-Hub
The British High Commission, New Delhi brings its global reach, policy influence, and commitment to fostering UK–India partnerships. It ensures that the programme delivers meaningful market access and strengthens cross-border innovation linkages.
T-Hub is India’s leading international incubation platform with:
- Expertise in running 20+ international market access programmes with the UK, Israel, Australia, USA, and Southeast Asia
- Deep corporate connections with 600+ corporates and 200+ mentors
- Proven track record of enabling 2,300+ startups, who have raised £1.5B in funding
- The T-Bridge platform, dedicated to international startup incubation and soft-landing support
For startups, this means
- Direct introductions to decision-makers in India’s largest corporates and investors
- Tailored mentorship on localisation, regulations, and market strategy
- Visibility and credibility through UK Government -backed international programme branding
- A smooth landing into India’s complex but high-growth ecosystem
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Potential exposure to East Africa Market
While the India component is the current focus, the Global Springboard Programme also envisions potential exposure to East Africa market through a small intervention that will allow the startups to engage with relevant stakeholders there but also contribute to the strengthening of the East African Innovation Ecosystem through their engagements (to be confirmed).
Applications open on 25 September 2025. Don’t miss this opportunity to take your startup global with the support of UK Government and T-Hub.
FAQ'S
· Sustainability (Energy, Climate, Environment, Circular Economy)
· Industry 4.0 (AI, IoT, Robotics, Big Data, Machine Learning, Advanced Manufacturing)
• Orientation webinars on India’s ecosystem, policy, and culture.
• Tailored mentorship from sector and India market experts.
• Workshops on business model adaptation, legal/IP, and investor readiness.
• Curated connects with Indian corporates, investors, and government stakeholders.
• Immersion week in India with site visits and a high-impact Demo Day.
• Post-immersion support for partnerships, deal progression, and roadmap creation.
· Applications open: 25th September 2025 - 31st October 2025
· Startup Pitches & Jury Evaluation: 01st Nov 2025 - 07th Nov 2025
· Final selection: 07th Nov 2025
· Virtual preparation & mentorship: Nov 2025 – Feb 2026
· India Immersion & Demo Day: Feb 2025 – Mar 2026
· Post-immersion support: Till 31 March 2026
No. The programme is funded by UK Government and delivered by T-Hub. Startups will not be charged programme fees.
The programme covers To-and-fro flights (UK - Hyderabad - UK), visas, accommodation including food, and local transport during the India immersion phase.
Yes. The programme does not take equity or IP ownership. Startups fully retain their intellectual property and business control.
While GSP India is the current focus, selected startups may also gain exposure to African markets (e.g., through East Africa interventions), creating opportunities for multi-market scaling. (To Be Confirmed)
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Contact Us
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Program Partners
Why Innovate UK: Innovate UK’s collaboration with T-Hub, allows us to work closely with the Innovation strategists of the UK who are connected to the Government’s Innovation Agency. It allows the startups of the UK to enter the Indian Market and also closely work on India’s Net Zero mission.
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