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Deshpande Startups
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Deshpande Startups

Deshpande Foundation

Hubli, Karnataka, IndiaEst. 2016Coworking

हुबली, कर्नाटक में DST-मान्यता प्राप्त टेक्नोलॉजी बिज़नेस इनक्यूबेटर, जो टियर II और III शहरों के उद्यमियों को सीड फंडिंग, को-वर्किंग स्पेस और मेंटरशिप के साथ सशक्त बनाता है।

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Deshpande Startups at a glance

Part ofDeshpande Foundation
Established2016
AddressHubli, Karnataka, India
Programmes9 standing programmes
Official websitedeshpandestartups.org

Programs by Deshpande Startups

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Past programs

GENESIS EIR 3.0 (Entrepreneur in Residence)

by Deshpande Startups
Varies

MeitY GENESIS EiR Program at Deshpande Startups

by Deshpande Startups
Up to ₹10L

Programmes they run

Standing programmes at Deshpande Startups, separate from the funding calls above.

YUVA Entrepreneurship Program

Programme

Turn your ideas into action. Learn, experiment, and launch your first venture with hands-on mentoring and real-world exposure.

What you get, who can apply and how to apply

Ideal for: Student entrepreneurs

Official programme page

Grind2Growth

Programme

A 6-month entrepreneurship development program for committed founders from North Karnataka.

What you get, who can apply and how to apply

Ideal for: Early-stage or pre-revenue startups

Official programme page

MeitY EIR

Fellowship

Get up to ₹10 lakh and incubation support to help you take the leap into full-time entrepreneurship.

What you get, who can apply and how to apply

Ideal for: Early-stage or pre-revenue startups

Official programme page

NIDHI EIR

Fellowship

Entrepreneur-in-Residence support to help you take the leap into full-time entrepreneurship.

What you get, who can apply and how to apply

Ideal for: Founders transitioning from prototype to startup

Official programme page

NIDHI PRAYAS

Grant scheme

Get funding and lab access to convert your innovative idea into a working prototype.

What you get, who can apply and how to apply

Ideal for: Innovators and early-stage tech founders

Official programme page

MeitY GENESIS Pilot

Incubation

Support for startups using technology to solve Bharat-centric challenges.

What you get, who can apply and how to apply

Ideal for: Startups addressing social and rural challenges

Official programme page

SISFS

Grant scheme

Financial support and strategic guidance for startups aiming for next-level growth.

What you get, who can apply and how to apply

Ideal for: Startups looking for seed funding and visibility

Official programme page

Bridge2Bharat Hubballi

Platform

A unique platform connecting Bharat-focused startups to markets, corporates, and opportunities.

What you get, who can apply and how to apply

Ideal for: Startups seeking market expansion and partnerships

Official programme page

MeitY Matching Fund

Grant scheme

Contribution of up to ₹50 Lakhs to startups from Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities that have raised capital from investors.

What you get, who can apply and how to apply

GENESIS (Gen-Next Support for Innovative Startups) is MeitY s flagship initiative designed to boost startup growth in India s emerging cities. This matching fund program provides up to ₹50 Lakhs to qualifying startups, helping bridge the funding gap and accelerate their journey from idea to market success. Deshpande Startups proudly partners with this initiative. Eligibility Criteria: Registered Indian Private Limited Company (min. 51% Indian ownership), Based in Tier-II or Tier-III city, Valid DPIIT certificate holder, Tech-based product/software in Deep-tech, AI/ML, Cybersecurity, IoT, Blockchain, Fintech, Ed-tech, or Health-tech, Market-ready product (ideally revenue-generating), Preference to startups with granted patents, No legal disputes, 1:1 equity matching grant up to ₹50 Lakhs, based on private (non-government) capital raised, Not previously supported under TIDE 2.0 (Scale up) or Samridh schemes. Only investor funding counts toward the matching criteria. Government grants and schemes are excluded from the matching calculation. You must have actually received the institutional funds in your bank account. Commitments or signed agreements without fund transfer don t qualify. Registration in a Tier-2 or Tier-3 city is mandatory for eligibility.

Full MeitY Matching Fund guide

Incubation tracks

The routes into Deshpande Startups, and what each one includes.

TrackTypeSpaceIncludes
IncubationWe charge equity of 2%.Resident incubation—Comprehensive guidance and resources for startups past the prototyping stage, Ecosystem support provides technical and business services, mentoring, and research assistance, Specialised labs, prototyping, and batch production facilities for product development, Networking events, dialogues, and connections with potential partners and investors, Founder-focused 1-1 mentorship, Fundraising Support, Access to Rural ecosystem through the Deshpande Foundation, Access to the Startup community of the Deshpande Startups ecosystem, Access to partners (Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Notion, Dell, Mathworks, and more), World-class Infrastructure
AccelerationWe charge equity of 2%.Acceleration—Business training modules focused on rapid growth and productivity enhancement, Mentorship and guidance for business promotion strategies and marketing plans, Networking opportunities with peers, and identifying partnerships for accelerated growth, Interface sessions with potential investors, funding sources, and financial institutions for funding prospects, Market Access & Scale-Up Support, Fundraising Support, Founder Focused Learning Labs, Peer to Peer Learning, Startup Toolkit, Networking Opportunities

Labs & facilities

Equipment and space on campus.

Mechanical Lab

ESDM Lab

Electronics Lab

Co-Working Spaces

Dedicated Office Spaces

Prototyping Spaces

Support services

Help offered alongside funding and space.

Business advisoryLegal & financeMarket accessIP & patentsTechnology transfer

Recognitions & empanelments

Official approvals this incubator holds.

MeitY PartnerDPIIT SISFS ProgramNIDHI supported

About Deshpande Startups

Deshpande Startups, जिसे औपचारिक रूप से फाउंडेशन फॉर सैंडबॉक्स स्टार्टअप इनिशिएटिव्स (FSSI) के नाम से जाना जाता है, हुबली, कर्नाटक में स्थित DST-मान्यता प्राप्त टेक्नोलॉजी बिज़नेस इनक्यूबेटर है। 2016 में सेक्शन 8 गैर-लाभकारी संस्था के रूप में स्थापित, यह भारत सरकार के विज्ञान और प्रौद्योगिकी विभाग (DST) से संबद्ध है, और कर्नाटक सरकार के K-Tech द्वारा समर्थित है।

देेशपांडे फाउंडेशन (डॉ. गुरुराज और जयश्री देशपांडे द्वारा 1996 में स्थापित) के दृष्टिकोण पर स्थापित, यह इनक्यूबेटर टियर II और टियर III शहरों के उद्यमियों को सीड फंडिंग, को-वर्किंग स्पेस, मेंटरिंग, नेटवर्क सपोर्ट, टेक्नोलॉजी सहायता और गो-टू-मार्केट रणनीतियों के साथ सशक्त बनाने पर केंद्रित है। यह कार्यक्रम सेक्टर-अज्ञेयवादी है, जो मेट्रो शहरों से परे अवसरों के लिए विशेष रूप से सरकारी फंडिंग, विशेषज्ञ मेंटरशिप और बाजार पहुंच प्रदान करता है।

Deshpande Startups ने 80 से अधिक स्टार्टअप्स और 100 से अधिक शुरुआती चरण के उद्यमियों का समर्थन और पोषण किया है।

किसे लाभ होता है

कर्नाटक और पड़ोसी राज्यों के टियर II और III शहरों में शुरुआती चरण के उद्यमी और स्टार्टअप संस्थापक जो प्रमुख मेट्रो इकोसिस्टम के बाहर किफायती इनक्यूबेशन, सीड फंडिंग और मेंटरशिप की तलाश में हैं।

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Frequently asked questions about Deshpande Startups

What does Deshpande Startups do?

Deshpande Startups, जिसे औपचारिक रूप से फाउंडेशन फॉर सैंडबॉक्स स्टार्टअप इनिशिएटिव्स (FSSI) के नाम से जाना जाता है, हुबली, कर्नाटक में स्थित DST-मान्यता प्राप्त टेक्नोलॉजी बिज़नेस इनक्यूबेटर है। 2016 में सेक्शन 8 गैर-लाभकारी संस्था के रूप में स्थापित, यह भारत सरकार के विज्ञान और प्रौद्योगिकी विभाग (DST) से संबद्ध है, औ…

Where is Deshpande Startups located?

Deshpande Startups is based in Hubli, Karnataka, India.

What programs does Deshpande Startups run?

Deshpande Startups runs YUVA Entrepreneurship Program, Grind2Growth, MeitY EIR and NIDHI EIR, among others.

What sectors does Deshpande Startups support?

Deshpande Startups works with startups in Technology, Agriculture, Healthcare, Education and Social Impact.

What stage of startup does Deshpande Startups support?

Deshpande Startups supports startups at the Ideation, Validation and Early Revenue stages.

What facilities does Deshpande Startups offer?

Deshpande Startups offers Mechanical Lab, ESDM Lab, Electronics Lab, Co-Working Spaces, Dedicated Office Spaces and Prototyping Spaces.

Is Deshpande Startups government recognised?

Deshpande Startups holds the following recognitions and affiliations: MeitY Partner, DPIIT SISFS Program and NIDHI supported.

When was Deshpande Startups founded?

Deshpande Startups was founded in 2016. It operates as a ngo / foundation.