DST NIDHI Seed Support Programme at STBI
Under NIDHI-SSP (Seed Support Program) by Savli Technology and Business Incubator (STBI)
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Quick Answer
Equity-based seed funding for tech startups with a working prototype, administered by Savli Technology and Business Incubator (STBI) under the DST NIDHI Seed Support Programme.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹50L
- Funding type
- Equity
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 9 October 2025. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by Savli Technology and Business Incubator (STBI). Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this funding program
The DST NIDHI Seed Support Programme (NIDHI-SSP) is a key initiative by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) to provide crucial capital assistance to promising technology startups. Savli Technology and Business Incubator (STBI), as a fund partner, implements this program to bridge the gap between initial investment and future venture funding. The support is offered via equity or equity-linked instruments to help early-stage ventures achieve sustainability and growth.
The program targets tech-driven solutions across various sectors, including MedTech, Agri-Tech, Energy, and Deep Tech, and is specifically for startups that already have a working prototype or a solid go-to-market roadmap.
Eligibility
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Funding providers
Savli Technology and Business Incubator (STBI) is a technology business incubator run by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of Gujarat (DST-GoG). It sits inside the GIDC industrial estate at Savli, Manjusar, on the outskirts of Vadodara, and works mainly with…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹50L
What You Get
Seed capital of up to ₹50,00,000 provided as equity or equity-linked instruments to bridge the gap between initial investment and future venture funding.
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
Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
- 3
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 amount under the DST NIDHI Seed Support Programme at STBI?
The maximum funding is ₹50,00,000.
What type of funding is provided?
The support is offered via equity or equity-linked instruments.
Which sectors are targeted by this programme?
The programme targets tech-driven solutions in MedTech, Agri-Tech, Energy, and Deep Tech.
What are the basic eligibility criteria?
The startup must be an Indian-registered company, have a working prototype or solid Go-to-Market roadmap, a validated USP, and at least 51% shareholding by Indian promoters. If shortlisted, the startup must be associated with STBI.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
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