The TIDE 2.0 Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR) Scheme is for startups at the ideation stage or beyond. It offers up to Rs. 4 Lakhs per startup in financial assistance as a grant and incubation support for one year. This scheme is part of the larger TIDE 2.0 program, which aims to promote tech entrepreneurship in the Information & Communication Technology (ICT) sector, using emerging technologies like IoT, AI, Blockchain, and Robotics. Around 2-4 startups will be selected for this scheme at IIMV
About IIMV FIELD
IIMV FIELD (Foundation for Incubation Entrepreneurial Learning and Development) is the incubation and startup hub of IIM Visakhapatnam, operational since 2018. Recognized by MeitY as a G3 centre under the TIDE 2.0 Program and by NSTEDB, DST under the NIDHI Accelerator Program, IIMV FIELD has grown into one of the fastest-growing incubators in India.
The centre offers a range of programs including pre-incubation, incubation, and acceleration support. It provides dedicated seed support for women entrepreneurs, social enterprises, and emerging technology-based ventures. Though sector-agnostic, IIMV FIELD leverages Visakhapatnam's regional strengths in logistics, marine technology, health and wellness, and tourism. The incubator also focuses on edutech and fintech ventures, combining IIM Visakhapatnam's management expertise with practical venture-building support.
## Who Benefits
Startups in Andhra Pradesh and South India, particularly women entrepreneurs, social enterprises, and ventures in logistics, marine technology, and health and wellness. Founders in Tier 2 cities benefit from IIMV FIELD's location in Visakhapatnam and its access to IIM faculty mentorship and TIDE 2.0 funding support.
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Frequently asked questions
What funding programs does IIMV FIELD run?
IIMV FIELD currently has 3 programs listed in this directory, including MeitY TIDE 2.0 Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR) Scheme at IIMV FIELD, MeitY TIDE 2.0 Grant Scheme at IIMV FIELD, Naaripreneur for Her Program Cohort 2 , IIMV FIELD. Each program page covers the funding amount, eligibility and application process.
Is IIMV FIELD a government organisation?
IIMV FIELD is listed as a incubator. It is not a government body, and its programs follow the organisation's own selection process.
How do I evaluate whether a IIMV FIELD program fits my startup?
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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 IIMV FIELD and provides assistance for application preparation, document organisation and prerequisite registrations such as incorporation, DPIIT recognition, MSME and GST.
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