MeitY GENESIS EIR Program (Cohort 2.0) at AIC SMUTBI
by AIC SMUTBI
The MeitY GENESIS EIR Program (Cohort 2.0) is a government-backed initiative providing financial and ecosystem support to innovators in Tier II and III cities. This program, hosted by the AIC SMUTBI (Sikkim Manipal University Technology Business Incubation) Foundation, is designed to accelerate early-stage technology ventures from the Ideation to the Prototyping stage. It provides **grant funding of up to Rs. 10 Lakhs**, expert mentorship, and incubation facilities to support innovators
About this scheme
The MeitY GENESIS EIR Program (Cohort 2.0) is a government-backed initiative providing financial and ecosystem support to innovators in Tier II and III cities. This program, hosted by the AIC SMUTBI (Sikkim Manipal University Technology Business Incubation) Foundation, is designed to accelerate early-stage technology ventures from the Ideation to the Prototyping stage. It provides **grant funding of up to Rs. 10 Lakhs**, expert mentorship, and incubation facilities to support innovators working on **Deeptech, Electronic Design & Manufacturing (EDM), and ICT solutions**.
Who can apply
- Must be an Indian citizen.
- The applicant must be a full-time UG/PG student with entrepreneurial ambitions OR a founder/co-founder of a DPIIT-registered startup (≤ 2 years old).
- Innovation must be at the Ideation to Working Prototype stage.
- Only applicants from Tier II & III cities are eligible.
- Selected applicants must commit to being physically incubated at the AIC SMUTBI center.
- Innovations must be in Electronic Design & Manufacturing, DeepTech Software & Products, or the ICT Space (including AI/ML, IoT, Blockchain, etc.).
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How much funding does MeitY GENESIS EIR Program (Cohort 2.0) at AIC SMUTBI provide?
MeitY GENESIS EIR Program (Cohort 2.0) at AIC SMUTBI 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 (Cohort 2.0) at AIC SMUTBI currently accepting applications?
Closed on Oct 10, 2025. Always confirm the current window with the program authority before preparing your application.
Does MeitY GENESIS EIR Program (Cohort 2.0) at AIC SMUTBI 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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