The Hindu Kush Himalaya Innovation Challenge for Entrepreneurs (HKH-ICE) 2026 (With up to $25,000 in Prizes)

  • Published: December 26, 2025
  • Deadline: January 16, 2026
  • Category: Entrepreneurs
  • Oppotunity Locations: India
  • Eligible Locations: India Asia

Applications are currently being accepted for The Hindu Kush Himalaya Innovation Challenge for Entrepreneurs  (HKH-ICE) 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.

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About The Hindu Kush Himalaya Innovation Challenge for Entrepreneurs

HKH- ICE 2.0 aims to support entrepreneurs from Bhutan, Bangladesh (Chittagong Hill Tracts only), India (Indian Himalayan Region), and Nepal to develop scalable, market-ready, and ecologically grounded business solutions that can transform the resilience of mountain communities. 

Benefits of The Hindu Kush Himalaya Innovation Challenge for Entrepreneurs

  • Winners will receive tailored mentoring, leadership development, communications, MEL,  and resource mobilisation support.
  • Additionally, they will receive prizes ranging from USD 5,000 to 25,000 to further develop and scale their solutions. 

The Hindu Kush Himalaya Innovation Challenge for Entrepreneurs Requirements

  • HKH-ICE 2.0 is open to for-profit organisations, local entrepreneurs and innovators seeking to implement projects in Bhutan, Bangladesh (Chittagong Hill Tracts), India (Himalayan states), and Nepal. 

Application Date and Process

  • Click on the link to the application website to apply.

Application Deadline

16 January, 2026

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