NIDHI-Seed Support System (NIDHI-SSS) at RIIDL
RIIDL, Somaiya Vidyavihar University द्वारा
अपनी पात्रता जांचें
साइन अप करें और हम आपको बताएंगे कि आपका स्टार्टअप इस ग्रांट के लिए योग्य है या नहीं।
त्वरित उत्तर
Seed funding from RIIDL under the DST's NIDHI scheme, as grant, convertible loan, soft loan or equity, for early-stage technology startups incubated at RIIDL.
- फंडिंग राशि
- Varies
- फंडिंग प्रकार
- इक्विटी
- आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि
- निरंतर
- स्थान
- भारत में पंजीकृत स्टार्टअप्स के लिए खुला
इस फंडिंग प्रोग्राम के बारे में
NIDHI-SSS at RIIDL (Research Innovation Incubation Design Labs) is seed funding for early-stage, innovation- and technology-driven startups. It sits under the Department of Science & Technology (DST) and its NIDHI scheme. RIIDL is a DST-recognised incubator and pays out the support directly.
The funding covers the gap between proof of concept and commercialisation. Depending on your stage and needs, and following DST guidelines, it comes as a grant, convertible loan, soft loan, equity, or a mix. You can spend it on product development, testing and trials, market launch, manpower, professional services and raw materials.
You also get incubation support, access to mentors and investors, and guidance on product development and market launch.
To apply, you need to be a company registered in India. DPIIT registration, or an application for it, is preferred. You must have spent at least 3 months in RIIDL's resident or virtual incubation programme and have a clear USP backed by customer validation. Indian promoters must hold at least 51% of the startup. Indian subsidiaries of MNCs or foreign companies are not eligible. Startups with no earlier funding from a Government of India or state body are preferred.
पात्रता
देखें कि आप पात्र हैं या नहीं
पूरी पात्रता शर्तें — संस्था प्रकार, स्टेज, क्षेत्र, फाउंडर प्रोफ़ाइल और पंजीकरण आवश्यकताएं — साथ ही इस प्रोग्राम के लिए आपकी फ़िट। देखने के लिए साइन अप करें।
Funding providers
riidl — Research Innovation Incubation Design Labs — is the incubator of Somaiya Vidyavihar University in Vidyavihar, Mumbai. It says it was born in 2010, when three of its founders proposed a space for turning ideas into things and the university's chancellor backed it. Today…
Learn moreDepartment of Science & Technology (DST), India The Department of Science & Technology (DST) is a central government department under the Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India. Established on 3 May 1971, DST serves as the nodal body for organising,…
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आपको क्या मिलेगा
The NIDHI-SSS program at RIIDL offers critical seed funding to bridge the gap between proof-of-concept and commercialisation. This support can be provided as a grant, convertible loan, soft loan, or equity, depending on the startup's stage and needs, as per DST guidelines. Beyond direct capital, startups receive comprehensive incubation support, including guidance for product development, assistance with testing and trials, and strategic advice for market launch. The funds can be utilized for manpower, professional services, raw materials, and other essential operational expenses. Additionally, being part of RIIDL's incubator provides access to a network of mentors, potential investors, and market opportunities, fostering overall business growth and sustainability.
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आवेदन
रोलिंग आधार पर
चयन प्रक्रिया
Applications for NIDHI-SSS are first reviewed internally by RIIDL to ensure they meet the initial eligibility and fit criteria. Following this internal assessment, the applications are then presented to and thoroughly evaluated by an independent Seed Management Committee (SMC). This committee is specifically constituted under the guidelines set by the Department of Science & Technology (DST) and comprises experts from relevant fields. The SMC scrutinizes the innovation, technology, market potential, team capabilities, and overall business plan of the applicant startups. Successful applicants are then selected based on the SMC's recommendations.
आवेदन प्रक्रिया
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Join RIIDL Incubation
Startups must first join and complete at least 3 months in RIIDL's incubation program (resident or virtual).
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आवेदन कैसे करें
ड्राफ़्ट से वितरण तक चार चरण — हर चरण में एक कार्रवाई।
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अपना आवेदन ड्राफ़्ट करें
ग्रांट ट्रैकर के अंदर फ़ॉर्म भरें — AI आपके पिछले उत्तरों का उपयोग करके हर उत्तर का ड्राफ़्ट बनाता है, ताकि आपको खाली पन्ने से शुरुआत न करनी पड़े।
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शुरू करने से पहले प्रश्न देखें
इस कार्यक्रम के आवेदन फ़ॉर्म में पूछे जाने वाले सभी प्रश्न डाउनलोड करें, ताकि पोर्टल खोलने से पहले आप अपने उत्तर ऑफ़लाइन तैयार कर सकें।
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अपने दस्तावेज़ तैयार करें
चेकलिस्ट के हर दस्तावेज़ को एक ही फ़ोल्डर में तैयार रखें। दस्तावेज़ों की कमी आवेदन खारिज होने का सबसे बड़ा कारण है।
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आधिकारिक पोर्टल पर जमा करें
आधिकारिक आवेदन लिंक का उपयोग करें और अंतिम रूप से जमा करने से पहले सभी विवरण सत्यापित करें।
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फ़ॉलो अप करें
जमा करने के 5–7 दिन बाद प्राप्ति की पुष्टि और समीक्षा समयरेखा के बारे में पूछने के लिए संपर्क करें।
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न
What kind of funding does NIDHI-SSS provide?
NIDHI-SSS offers a mix of seed funding which can include grants, convertible loans, soft loans, or equity, provided as per DST guidelines to help startups achieve commercialisation.
Who is eligible to apply for NIDHI-SSS at RIIDL?
Eligible applicants are early-stage, innovation- and technology-driven companies registered in India. They must have been associated with RIIDL's incubation program (resident or virtual) for at least 3 months and demonstrate a clear Unique Selling Proposition. Indian promoters must hold at least 51% shareholding.
Are startups that have previously received government funding eligible?
Startups that have not availed any funding from Government of India or State Government bodies will be given preference, but prior funding from other sources may be allowed. It is not an outright exclusion.
What can the NIDHI-SSS funds be used for?
The seed support can be utilized for product development, testing, trials, market launch activities, manpower costs, professional services, raw material procurement, and other operational needs necessary to scale the business.
How do I apply for the NIDHI-SSS program?
First, your startup must be associated with RIIDL's incubation program for a minimum of 3 months. Once incubated, you can apply for the NIDHI-SSS seed support round through the designated RIIDL application form, typically an online form like the Airtable link provided.
What is the selection process like?
Applications are initially reviewed by RIIDL's internal team. Subsequently, an external Seed Management Committee (SMC), constituted under DST guidelines, evaluates the shortlisted startups. Final selections are made based on the SMC's recommendations.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
