iDEA
Idea stage startup opportunities support founders who are at the concept or early idea phase of building a startup. These programs provide mentorship, validation support, and initial funding to help turn ideas into viable business models
Last updated: September 2026
Empowering women to lead the change, the EvolutioNari – Women Entrepreneurship Program (WEP) is designed to inspire, nurture, and support the entrepreneurial…
The Ignite Program by the Wadhwani Foundation is an experiential entrepreneurship learning program designed to take individuals from idea to…
NIDHI-SSS (Seed Support Scheme) is a government-backed seed funding program under the Department of Science & Technology (DST), implemented through…
The NIDHI Entrepreneurs-in-Residence (EIR) Program is an initiative under the National Initiative for Developing and Harnessing Innovations (NIDHI) scheme aimed…
The Innovation Voucher Programme (IVP) is a state government initiative implemented by the Entrepreneurship Development and Innovation Institute (EDII-TN), Government…
The Ambedkar Social Innovation and Incubation Mission (ASIIM) is a Government of India initiative under the Venture Capital Fund for…
The Mookerji Innovation Fund (MIF) is specifically designed for BITS Pilani students and recent alumni (within 5 years) who want…
The AgriFood Startup Seed Camp is a flagship agrifood incubation and startup acceleration program by AIC Anand Foundation under Anand…
What is the program:The NIDHI PRAYAS (Promoting and Accelerating Young and Aspiring Innovators & Startups) Program is a government-backed initiative…