GENESIS (Gen-Next Support for Innovative Startups)
By Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)
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Quick Answer
An STPI initiative under MeitY providing comprehensive support to early-stage technology startups, including incubation facilities, mentorship, access to grant funding (₹10 lakh to ₹1 crore), and n…
- Funding amount
- ₹10 Lakhs – ₹1 Cr
- Funding type
- Grant
- Application deadline
- —
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round are closed. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this grant
GENESIS is an STPI initiative that provides comprehensive support to early-stage technology startups. It offers incubation facilities, mentorship, access to funding, and networking opportunities to help startups grow and succeed.
Eligibility
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Grant providers
Overview MeitY Startup Hub (MSH) is the startup-focused initiative of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India. It serves as the central coordination platform linking incubation centres, accelerators, investors, and corporates to…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- ₹10 Lakhs – ₹1 Cr
- Fund type
- Grant
What You Get
Equity-free grant funding ranging from ₹10 lakh to ₹1 crore, intended to support business development and commercialization for market-ready products.
How to apply
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- 1
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- 2
Line up your documents
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- 3
Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
- 4
Follow up
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Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
