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Government Mumbai, Maharashtra Est. 2016

ICAR-CIRCOT R-ABI

ICAR's RKVY-RAFTAAR agri-business incubator in Mumbai focused on cotton technology, nanocellulose, and agricultural innovation.

3 programs listed

About ICAR-CIRCOT R-ABI

ICAR-CIRCOT R-ABI is the RKVY-RAFTAAR Agri Business Incubator housed at the Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology (CIRCOT) in Mumbai. CIRCOT, originally established in 1924 as the Technological Laboratory, is one of ICAR's premier research institutes focused on cotton and fibre technology. The R-ABI program was sanctioned under ICAR's National Agricultural Innovation Fund in 2016 to facilitate incubation of agri-startups and promote sustainable business ventures in agriculture and allied fields.

The incubator provides need-based physical, technical, business, and networking support to entrepreneurs developing innovative technologies. Current focus areas include antimicrobial textile finishing, degossypolised cottonseed meal for poultry feed, cotton-rubber composites, and nanocellulose applications in paper and composites. The R-ABI offers funding support of up to Rs 25 lakhs along with mentoring, expert sessions, prototype validation, and market and investor connectivity.

## Who Benefits

Agritech and textile technology startups, particularly those working on cotton-based innovations, fibre technology, biomaterials, and nanocellulose applications. Entrepreneurs in the Mumbai region looking for domain-specific incubation in agricultural post-harvest technology and value-added cotton products.

Who they work with

Stages
Idea MVP / Prototype
Sectors
Agritech & Food Manufacturing & Industrial

Programs by ICAR-CIRCOT R-ABI 3

Closed Grant
FundingUp to Rs. 4 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype

The ARAMBH program, or Student Entrepreneurship program, is offered under the ICAR-CIRCOT RKVY-RAFTAAR Agri Business Incubator (R-ABI). It is designed to support student startups at the **ideation stage**. This grant-in-aid helps agri-startups receive funding to translate their innovative ideas into a **Proof of Concept (PoC)**, providing the initial boost needed for entrepreneurial success. The call is specifically for entrepreneurs from **Maharashtra & Goa** working in agriculture and

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Closed Grant
FundingUp to Rs. 5 lakh
Equity-free MVP / Prototype

The UDAY program, or Agripreneurship Orientation Programme, is offered under the ICAR-CIRCOT RKVY-RAFTAAR Agri Business Incubator (R-ABI). It is designed to support startups at the **pre-seed stage**. This grant-in-aid helps agri-startups receive funding to translate their innovative ideas/Proof of Concept into **tangible prototypes**. The call is specifically for entrepreneurs from **Maharashtra & Goa** working in agriculture and allied sectors.

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Closed Grant
FundingUp to Rs. 25 lakh
Equity-free MVP / Prototype Early Revenue

The ANKUR program, or Startup Agri Incubation Program, is offered under the ICAR-CIRCOT RKVY-RAFTAAR Agri Business Incubator (R-ABI). It provides **seed-stage funding** (grants-in-aid) to agri-startups to enable them to **commercialize Minimum Viable Products (MVPs)** and **scale up their activities**. This support is essential for sustainable growth in the competitive agricultural market. The call is specifically for entrepreneurs from **Maharashtra & Goa** working in agriculture and allied

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Frequently asked questions

What funding programs does ICAR-CIRCOT R-ABI run?

ICAR-CIRCOT R-ABI currently has 3 programs listed in this directory, including ARAMBH - Student Program at ICAR-CIRCOT R-ABI, UDAY - Pre-seed Stage Program at ICAR-CIRCOT R-ABI, ANKUR - Seed Stage Program at ICAR-CIRCOT R-ABI. Each program page covers the funding amount, eligibility and application process.

Is ICAR-CIRCOT R-ABI a government organisation?

Yes. ICAR-CIRCOT R-ABI 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 ICAR-CIRCOT R-ABI 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 ICAR-CIRCOT R-ABI and provides assistance for application preparation, document organisation and prerequisite registrations such as incorporation, DPIIT recognition, MSME and GST.

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Important disclaimer

IncorpX is a private platform operated by a private company. It is not a government department, agency or official portal, and it is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of any government body or of any organisation, incubator, accelerator, investor or partner listed in this directory. All program names, logos and trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification only.

This directory is compiled from publicly available official sources and is provided for general information only. It does not constitute legal, financial, tax or professional advice. Funding amounts, eligibility criteria, required documents, deadlines and availability are determined by each program authority and change with every cycle, so the details shown here may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm the current terms on the official program source before you apply or take any decision.

IncorpX charges no fee for the information in this directory and does not collect, process, lodge or submit any application on your behalf. Applications are made by you, in your own name, directly with the respective program authority. IncorpX provides assistance only for application preparation and for related registrations such as company incorporation, DPIIT recognition, MSME (Udyam) and GST. Eligibility, approval, disbursement and selection rest solely with the respective program authority, and IncorpX makes no representation or guarantee as to any outcome.

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