Fintech Centre of Excellence at NSRCEL with HDFC Bank Parivartan
The Fintech Centre of Excellence is an impact-focused initiative by NSRCEL at IIM Bangalore in partnership with HDFC Bank Parivartan, the CSR arm of HDFC Bank. The program invites early to growth-stage fintech startups that are expanding access to banking, strengthening financial inclusion, and addressing meaningful financial challenges across diverse population segments in India. Selected startups receive milestone-based grant support along with structured capacity-building to strengthen
About this scheme
The Fintech Centre of Excellence is an impact-focused initiative by NSRCEL at IIM Bangalore in partnership with HDFC Bank Parivartan, the CSR arm of HDFC Bank.
The program invites early to growth-stage fintech startups that are expanding access to banking, strengthening financial inclusion, and addressing meaningful financial challenges across diverse population segments in India.
Selected startups receive milestone-based grant support along with structured capacity-building to strengthen business models, improve market access, and enable long-term sustainability. The initiative supports innovation across lending, payments, insurance, wealthtech, regtech, and allied fintech domains, with a strong emphasis on technology-driven impact.
Who can apply
- Early to growth-stage fintech startups operating in India
- Startups working on solutions related to banking, payments, credit, savings, insurance, wealth management, regtech, or financial literacy
- Solutions must leverage technology to improve financial access, inclusion, efficiency, or innovation
- Impact-driven ventures addressing financial challenges for underserved or diverse population segments
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How much funding does Fintech Centre of Excellence at NSRCEL with HDFC Bank Parivartan provide?
Fintech Centre of Excellence at NSRCEL with HDFC Bank Parivartan provides support amount varies. The exact amount sanctioned depends on the proposal and the evaluation by the program authority.
Is Fintech Centre of Excellence at NSRCEL with HDFC Bank Parivartan currently accepting applications?
Applications currently closed. Always confirm the current window with the program authority before preparing your application.
Does Fintech Centre of Excellence at NSRCEL with HDFC Bank Parivartan take equity?
No. This program is listed as equity-free, which means the funding does not dilute your shareholding. Review the official terms for any debt or convertible components.
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