STPI Incubation and Funding Program 2026

About

The STPI Incubation and Funding Program offers Indian startups recognized by DPIIT the chance to receive ₹50,000 in funding, mentorship from industry experts, and access to valuable market resources, specifically targeting those developing scalable fintech solutions.

Benefits

• 💰 Financial Support
• Opportunity to receive ₹50,000 in funding
• 🎓 Mentorship Program
• Access to mentorship from industry experts
• 🌐 Network Access
• Connection to market and technical resources
• 🏢 Incubation Support
• Involvement in an incubation program for business development
• 🎤 Exposure Opportunities
• Chance to showcase solutions at events

Eligibility Criteria

• 🌍 Geographic Eligibility
• Open to startups recognized by DPIIT in India
• 🏢 Legal Status
• Must be a legally registered startup with valid incorporation documents
• 💼 Business Stage
• Startups must focus on scalable fintech solutions
• 💰 Financial Requirements
• Eligible for a funding pool of ₹50,000
• 👥 Team Requirements
• Teams should have relevant expertise in technology and innovation

Participation Commitments

• 📍 Physical Attendance
• Must attend events and presentations organized by STPI
• 🎤 Presentation Requirement
• Required to present scalable fintech solutions at events

Target Region

Open to startups in India

Target Sector

Focused on technology innovation, particularly in fintech