The **NIDHI-Seed Support Program (NIDHI-SSP)** is a flagship initiative of the **National Science & Technology Entrepreneurship Development Board (NSTEDB)**, supported by the **Department of Science and Technology (DST)**. It is designed to provide crucial seed funding to early-stage, tech-driven startups. This program, implemented through incubators like **CIBA**, acts as a bridge between the development of innovative technologies and their commercialization. The objective is to enable
About CIBA
The Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (CIBA) is a research institute under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. Established on April 1, 1987, CIBA serves as the nodal agency for the development of brackishwater aquaculture in India.
Headquartered in Chennai with an experimental field station at Muttukadu and research centres at Kakdwip (West Bengal) and Navsari (Gujarat), CIBA conducts research across multiple disciplines including shrimp and fish culture technology, hatchery technology, nutrition, biotechnology, genetics, pathology, aquaculture engineering, and socio-economics. The institute maintains an extensive library covering all aspects of aquaculture and fisheries science.
CIBA partners with state governments on aquaculture development, recently signing an MoU with the Government of Goa on super-intensive shrimp farming and capacity building.
## Who Benefits
Aquaculture entrepreneurs, fish farmers, aqua-tech startups, and researchers working in brackishwater aquaculture, shrimp farming, and fisheries technology across India's coastal regions.
Who they work with
Frequently asked questions
What funding programs does CIBA run?
CIBA currently has 1 program listed in this directory, including NIDHI Seed Support Program (NIDHI-SSP) at CIBA. Each program page covers the funding amount, eligibility and application process.
Is CIBA a government organisation?
Yes. CIBA is listed under the government category. Its programs follow official government processes, and applications are submitted through official channels in your own name.
How do I evaluate whether a CIBA program fits my startup?
Start with the stages and sectors shown on this profile, then open the program pages for eligibility conditions and document checklists. If you want a structured view, send an enquiry below and an IncorpX advisor will walk you through fit and readiness.
Do I apply to these programs through IncorpX?
No. Applications are always submitted in your own name with the respective program authority. IncorpX is independent of CIBA and provides assistance for application preparation, document organisation and prerequisite registrations such as incorporation, DPIIT recognition, MSME and GST.
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