FundingRs. 10 lakh to Rs. 30 lakh
Equity-free Idea Logistics & Mobility
ClosesJun 15, 2026
Closed Grant Equity-free
MeitY GENESIS EIR Program at IC IIT Patna
by Incubation Centre IIT Patna
The MeitY GENESIS Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR) Program at IC IIT Patna is designed to nurture early-stage innovators and founders working in high-impact technology sectors. The program offers financial support of up to INR 10 lakh to help innovators transition from concept to prototype, strengthen problem, solution fit, and validate their ideas. Focused on fostering innovation in electronics, deeptech, and ICT, this initiative provides structured mentoring, incubation support, and access
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About this scheme
The MeitY GENESIS Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR) Program at IC IIT Patna is designed to nurture early-stage innovators and founders working in high-impact technology sectors. The program offers financial support of up to INR 10 lakh to help innovators transition from concept to prototype, strengthen problem, solution fit, and validate their ideas.
Focused on fostering innovation in electronics, deeptech, and ICT, this initiative provides structured mentoring, incubation support, and access to technical expertise.
It is part of the broader GENESIS scheme by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, aimed at uplifting entrepreneurship in Tier II and Tier III cities while accelerating India's digital and deeptech innovation ecosystem.
Selected applicants gain entry into a supportive incubation environment designed to help them build and scale technology-led ventures.
Who can apply
- Applicant must be a citizen of India
- Must be working on innovations at Ideation, Concept Development, Validation, PoC, or Prototype stage
- Must be a full-time UG/PG student or a founder/co-founder of a DPIIT-registered startup (≤ 2 years old)
- ESDM & Manufacturing
- ICT Space
- Deeptech Software & Product
- Working with any of the following technologies: AI/ML, IoT, VLSI/Semiconductor, Cybersecurity, Blockchain, Quantum Computing, AR/VR/Spatial Tech
- Only applicants/startups registered in Tier II & Tier III cities are eligible
- EIR support can be availed only once under GENESIS
Official application
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How much funding does MeitY GENESIS EIR Program at IC IIT Patna provide?
MeitY GENESIS EIR Program at IC IIT Patna provides up to Rs. 10 lakh. The exact amount sanctioned depends on the proposal and the evaluation by the program authority.
Is MeitY GENESIS EIR Program at IC IIT Patna currently accepting applications?
Applications currently closed. Always confirm the current window with the program authority before preparing your application.
Does MeitY GENESIS EIR Program at IC IIT Patna 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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