CANCER AI & TECHNOLOGY CHALLENGE (CATCH) GRANT PROGRAM

Current Context: The IndiaAI Mission under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has launched the Cancer AI & Technology Challenge (CATCH) to boost AI-based cancer care solutions.

 ABOUT CATCH PROGRAM

• Purpose: To fast-track validation and deployment of AI solutions across the cancer care continuum in India.
• Collaboration: Joint innovation grant with the National Cancer Grid (NCG).
• Support Provided:
  • Milestone-based pilot funding up to ₹50 lakhs.
  • Mentorship support.
  • Access to clinical validation sites.
  • Opportunity to scale across the NCG network and IndiaAI-supported public channels.