The MeitY GENESIS EiR 2.0 Startup Grant Program is a flagship initiative by the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), designed to support aspiring entrepreneurs in the domains of Electronic Design and Manufacturing, Deeptech, and ICT. This program, hosted by the ACIC-VGU Foundation, provides financial assistance, structured mentorship, and access to prototyping facilities to help innovators turn their concepts into market-ready startups. The program specifically targets innovators from Tier II and III cities in India.
Selected innovators will receive a grant of up to ₹10 Lakhs to validate their ideas and build prototypes. They will also gain access to a nurturing ecosystem, expert guidance, and networking opportunities with investors and industry leaders to help them prepare for fundraising and commercial success.