GENESIS - Pilot Program

About

The GENESIS - Pilot Program supports DPIIT registered startups in ICT-related fields by providing funding of up to ₹40 lakhs to execute pilot projects with corporates and PSUs, facilitating market validation and industry engagement.

Benefits

• 💰Funding Support
  Each selected startup may receive average funding of ₹40 lakhs based on scope and requirement
• 📈Market Validation
  Opportunities to validate and showcase market-ready solutions through pilot projects with corporates and PSUs
• 🤝Industry Engagement
  Access to industry for credibility and early revenue traction

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a DPIIT registered startup
• Working in ICT-related domains: IT & AI, electronic design & manufacturing, tech/deeptech products
• Must have MVP/working prototype and viable business plan
• Must have a Pilot work order/Purchase order from eligible corporate/PSU/unicorn

Participation Commitments

• Undergo multiple levels of screening by incubator experts and committees
• Ensure compliance with legal and financial requirements
• Execute pilot projects as per the work order from corporate/PSU/unicorn

Target Region

India, specifically targeting startups from Tier-II and Tier-III cities

Target Sector

ICT-related domains including IT & AI, electronic design & manufacturing, tech/deeptech products