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Startup Republic - PayU National Entrepreneurship Initiative
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About
The Startup Republic initiative by PayU, in collaboration with the DPIIT, celebrates the 10th anniversary of India's Startup India policy by providing nationwide exposure and support to entrepreneurs, particularly those from non-metro areas, through customized fintech solutions, mentorship, and potential investment opportunities.
Benefits
- 💰 National Exposure
- Opportunity for nationwide visibility and brand promotion
- 🎓 Customized Financial Solutions
- Access to tailored fintech solutions and payment support
- 🏢 Mentorship Access
- Enjoy mentorship guidance and community resources
- 💵 Fundraising Opportunities
- Potential access to fundraising support and investment opportunities
- 📈 Entry to Accelerator
- Access to PayU's InFiNity fintech accelerator for investment and scaling guidance
Eligibility Criteria
- 🌍 Geographic Eligibility
- Open to entrepreneurs from all 36 states and union territories of India
- 🏢 Legal Status
- Must be a DPIIT registered startup
- 💼 Business Stage
- Startups from various industries, especially those from emerging startup hubs and non-metro areas are encouraged to apply
- 👥 Team Requirements
- Open to all types of startups, with a focus on those facing challenges in visibility and resource access
Participation Commitments
- 📍 Participation Requirement
- Must engage in the Startup Republic initiative and showcase entrepreneurial stories
- 🎤 Presentation Requirement
- Entrepreneurs may need to present their stories through short films as part of the initiative
Target Region
Open to all entrepreneurs across India
Target Sector
Diverse industries including lifestyle, travel, health, FMCG, etc.
PayU, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT)