Student Orientation Programme (SOP) - Cohort 14 under PM-RKVY
Under RKVY-RAFTAAR (Remunerative Approaches for Agriculture and Allied sector Rejuvenation) by IEF of CCSNIAM
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Quick Answer
A government grant of up to ₹4 lakhs for Indian student innovators with transformative ideas in the agriculture sector, supported by PM-RKVY and incubated by CCSNIAM.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹4L
- Funding type
- Grant
- Provider
- IEF of CCSNIAM
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Eligible stage
- Idea
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 31 July 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by IEF of CCSNIAM. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this grant
The Innovation and Entrepreneurship Foundation (IEF) of CCSNIAM invites applications for Cohort 14 under the Innovation and Agri-Entrepreneurship Programme (PM-RKVY — Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana), supported by the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India. This specific track is the Student Orientation Programme (SOP).
PROGRAMME DETAILS:
- Track: Student Orientation Programme
- Cohort: 14
- Under: PM-RKVY Innovation and Agri-Entrepreneurship Programme
- Supported by: Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India
- Incubator: IEF of CCSNIAM (Innovation and Entrepreneurship Foundation of CCS National Institute of Agricultural Marketing)
- Funding: Up to ₹4 Lakhs (400,000 INR), non-repayable government grant
- Target: Student innovators with ideas for the agriculture sector
Eligibility
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Grant providers
The Innovation and Entrepreneurship Federation (IEF) of CCS NIAM is the agri-business incubator attached to the CCS National Institute of Agricultural Marketing in Jaipur, Rajasthan. CCS NIAM is an autonomous organisation under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare,…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹4L
- Fund type
- Grant
- Equity
- Equity-free
- Repayment
- Non-repayable
What You Get
The Student Orientation Programme (SOP) under PM-RKVY offers significant support to aspiring agri-entrepreneurs. Selected student innovators can receive financial support up to INR 4 Lakhs as a non-repayable government grant. Beyond funding, participants gain access to crucial mentorship from industry experts, dedicated business development support, valuable networking opportunities, and the full incubation ecosystem provided by IEF of CCSNIAM, orienting them towards successful agri-entrepreneurship.
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
- 1
Draft your application
Answer the form inside the grant tracker — AI drafts each response using your past answers, so you're not starting from a blank page.
- 2
See the questions before you start
Download every question this programme's application form asks, so you can prepare your answers offline before opening the portal.
- 3
Line up your documents
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- 4
Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
- 5
Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum funding available under the Student Orientation Programme?
The program offers financial support of up to INR 4 Lakhs per selected student innovator.
Is equity taken by the program?
No, this is a non-repayable government grant, and no equity is taken from the participating students or their ventures.
Who is eligible to apply for this program?
The program is exclusively for currently enrolled Indian student innovators with a transformative idea for the agriculture sector. No prior company incorporation is required.
What kind of ideas are sought?
The program targets student innovators with transformative ideas specifically for the agriculture sector.
What kind of support does CCSNIAM provide?
Selected students receive financial support, mentorship from industry experts, business development support, networking opportunities, and access to the incubation ecosystem.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
