NIDHI SSS Seed Funding Program 2026

About

An equity-free grant program providing up to INR 50 lakhs in seed funding for startups in deep tech sectors, aimed at bridging the gap between development and commercialization. Selected startups will gain access to mentorship and resources from incubators, enhancing their chances of success in the market.

Benefits

• 💰Financial Support
  Up to INR 50 lakhs in seed funding available for selected startups
• 🎓Mentorship Access
  Access to mentorship and resources from incubators
• 🌐Networking Opportunities
  Connection to a network of industry experts and potential partners.

Eligibility Criteria

• Startups must be in the deep tech sectors such as AI, SpaceTech, IoT, ML, and Deftech
• Startups should have a working prototype or minimum viable product
• Startups must be registered and operational in India.

Participation Commitments

• Startups must apply through a listed incubator
• Participation in the program may require regular updates and progress reports to the incubator
• Startups are encouraged to engage with the incubator's resources and networks.

Target Region

India

Target Sector

Deep Tech