WISE SNDTWU Incubation Cohort (Startup India Seed Fund Scheme, MSIS, SIDBI)

• Early-stage startups seeking incubation and seed funding
• DPIIT-recognized startups with innovative products or services
• Founders looking for business and technology mentorship
• Startups preparing for fundraising and investor outreach
• Entrepreneurs seeking go-to-market and scaling support
• Ventures looking to leverage Maharashtra's startup ecosystem

About this scheme

The WISE SNDTWU Incubation Cohort offers startups access to funding, mentorship, and a thriving startup ecosystem. This program provides comprehensive support including funding up to Rs. 50 lakhs via the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS), and additional support up to Rs. 10 lakhs each from the Maharashtra State Innovation Society (MSIS) and SIDBI. Beyond funding, it offers:

business and tech mentorship
investor connects
pitch days
go-to-market guidance
co-working/networking support to help startups build, validate, and scale.

Who can apply

• Startup should be incorporated as a Private Limited Company, LLP, or Registered Partnership Firm.
• Startups seeking incubation, mentorship, and funding support are eligible to apply.
• For Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS) funding, the startup should generally be DPIIT-recognized.
• Startup should be working on an innovative product, service, or technology with potential for commercialization and scale.
• The business should demonstrate a clear problem-solution fit and market opportunity.
• Founding team should be committed to building and growing the venture.
• Startups from diverse sectors are encouraged to apply, subject to program-specific criteria.
• Applicants must comply with the eligibility requirements of SISFS, MSIS, SIDBI, and WISE SNDTWU Incubation Centre, as applicable.
• Preference may be given to startups with a prototype, MVP, early traction, or validated business model.
• Startups should not have exhausted the maximum funding limits prescribed under the respective funding schemes.

Eligible entity types: Private Limited, LLP, Partnership

Benefits & funding

• Funding support up to ₹50 lakh under Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS)
• Additional funding opportunities through MSIS and SIDBI programs
• One-on-one business and technology mentorship
• Investor connects and fundraising opportunities
• Pitch day participation and startup showcase events
• Go-to-market strategy and business development support
• Access to co-working and networking opportunities
• Guidance on product validation and commercialization
• Support from experienced startup ecosystem partners

How the application process works

The journey below is informational, compiled from the official program guidelines. Applications are submitted directly with WISE SNDTWU Incubation Centre, in your own name.

1. 1

   Review the eligibility criteria and program guidelines

2. 2

   Prepare your pitch deck and startup documentation

3. 3

   Complete the online application form

4. 4

   Submit details about your startup, team, product, and traction

5. 5

   Participate in the screening and evaluation process

6. 6

   Attend interviews or pitch sessions if shortlisted

7. 7

   Complete due diligence and onboarding requirements

8. 8

   Join the incubation cohort and access funding opportunities

Documents checklist 12

• Certificate of Incorporation
• DPIIT Recognition Certificate (if applicable)
• Startup Pitch Deck
• Founders' Resumes and Profiles
• Business Plan or Executive Summary
• Financial Projections
• Product Demo or Prototype Details
• PAN and GST Details (if applicable)
• Bank Account Information
• Cap Table / Shareholding Pattern
• Intellectual Property Documents (if applicable)
• Previous Funding Details (if any)

Need help getting these in order? IncorpX provides assistance for incorporation, DPIIT recognition, MSME and GST registrations along with document preparation.

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