FundingRs. 10 lakh to Rs. 30 lakh
Equity-free Idea Logistics & Mobility
ClosesJun 15, 2026
Closed Grant Equity-free DPIIT required
SIDBI Seed Fund Programme for iDEX-Supported Startups
The Startup Incubation and Innovation Centre, IIT Kanpur (incubatoriitk), invites applications for the SIDBI Seed Fund Programme for Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Government of India (MSMEs) and startups in the defence and related sectors. This initiative is hosted under FIRST (Programme/SPiDeR) in collaboration with iDEX and aims to promote innovation-led growth in domestic defence manufacturing, import substitution, and export potential. **Program Offerings** Startups and
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About this scheme
The Startup Incubation and Innovation Centre, IIT Kanpur (incubatoriitk), invites applications for the SIDBI Seed Fund Programme for Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Government of India (MSMEs) and startups in the defence and related sectors. This initiative is hosted under FIRST (Programme/SPiDeR) in collaboration with iDEX and aims to promote innovation-led growth in domestic defence manufacturing, import substitution, and export potential.
**Program Offerings**
Startups and MSMEs selected under this program may receive seed funding support in the form of equity or equity-like instruments, ranging from Rs. 10 lakhs to Rs. 150 lakhs.
Supported activities may include:
* Testing, trials, and prototype validation
* Product design and development
* Technology transfers and pilot-scale manufacturing
* Field and market trials
* Product launch and scale-up
Other components deemed eligible by the Investment Committee
**Focus Sector**
Startups and MSMEs referred and supported by iDEX under various challenges, specifically in the defence and allied sectors, are encouraged to apply.
Contact: Ashish Sharma
Email: [**ashish.sharma@iitkfirst.com**](mailto:ashish.sharma@iitkfirst.com)
Who can apply
- Applicant must be incubated/ willing to incubate at SIIC IIT Kanpur.
- Applicant must be an Indian private limited company.
- Must be a winner of an iDEX challenge and referred by iDEX for support to FIRST.
- Must have received iDEX grant support.
- Must be DPIIT-registered or recognized as a startup.
- For complete eligibility details, please refer to the program guidelines or contact us directly.
Official application
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Open the official applicationFrequently asked questions
How much funding does SIDBI Seed Fund Programme for iDEX-Supported Startups provide?
SIDBI Seed Fund Programme for iDEX-Supported Startups provides rs. 10 lakh to Rs. 15 Cr. The exact amount sanctioned depends on the proposal and the evaluation by the program authority.
Is SIDBI Seed Fund Programme for iDEX-Supported Startups currently accepting applications?
Closed on Jul 20, 2025. Always confirm the current window with the program authority before preparing your application.
Does SIDBI Seed Fund Programme for iDEX-Supported Startups 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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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.
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