INTRODUCTION
The IITAAUK Funding for Educational Initiatives (IITAAUK EI) supports early-stage, innovative projects that address important educational challenges in India. The scheme provides small, flexible grants to help promising ideas progress from initial concept toward more developed initiatives with potential for future scale-up or external funding.
Funding is intended for initiatives that deliver practical educational benefit, particularly for underserved and economically disadvantaged communities. Applicants should propose well-defined, feasible projects, clearly outlining the educational challenge being addressed, the proposed approach, and the anticipated impact, within the scope of the available funding.
ELIGIBILITY, SCOPE AND FUNDING LIMITS
- Only registered charities are eligible to apply.
- Charities MUST be FCRA registered to receive funds from IITAAUK.
- All organisations must comply with the requirements set out by the Charity Commission for England and Wales.
Funding is available for initiatives that support education in India, with particular emphasis on underserved and economically disadvantaged communities.
- Typical award range: up to £5,000
- At least three projects are supported annually
APPLICATION AND ASSESSMENT PROCESS
Applications must be submitted using the prescribed form and must not exceed five pages (excluding CV). Focus on translation potential, impact, competitive edge, milestones, and budget. Completed applications are to be submitted by email to [email protected].
SUBMISSION DEADLINES
15th June 2026
CONFIDENTIALITY
IITAAUK committee will take all reasonable steps to ensure that the contents of the applications for IITAAUK EI are considered in strict confidence.
SUBMISSION AND ENQUIRIES
Please email completed applications or your queries to [email protected]
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES
- The funding provided must be used for public benefit and in accordance with the intended purpose.
- Regular updates and ongoing monitoring, including the receipt of detailed reports and feedback from each charity on how the funds are utilized must be provided as detailed here.
- The charities must inform us immediately of any serious incidents that may result in harm, loss of money, damage to property, or any risk to our charity’s reputation.
- No operation in cash is allowed under any circumstance.