MeitY GENESIS EIR Program (Cohort 2) at KL Technology Incubators Foundation
By KL Technology Incubators Foundation
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Quick Answer
Grant of up to ₹7 Lakhs for early-stage tech entrepreneurs in Tier II/III cities under the MeitY GENESIS EIR Program.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹7L
- Funding type
- Grant
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 20 October 2025. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by KL Technology Incubators Foundation. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this grant
The MeitY GENESIS EIR (Entrepreneur-in-Residence) Program is a key central government initiative providing funding and support to innovators in Tier II and III cities. Hosted by the KL Technology Incubators Foundation, the program is designed to accelerate early-stage technology ventures, offering a grant of upto 7 Lakhs and a structured ecosystem to help entrepreneurs move from idea validation to a working prototype.
The focus is on solutions in Deeptech, ICT, and Electronic Design & Manufacturing (ESDM), including emerging technologies like AI/ML, IoT, and Blockchain. This program is an excellent opportunity for young entrepreneurs and student startups to secure non-dilutive funding and expert mentorship to scale their ideas.
Eligibility
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Grant providers
KL Technology Incubators Foundation, usually written KLTIF, is the incubator at KL (Deemed to be) University on the Green Fields campus at Vaddeswaram, in Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh. It occupies the fifth and sixth floors of L-Block. Its own pages say it was established…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹7L
- Fund type
- Grant
What You Get
Non-dilutive grant of up to ₹7 Lakhs to support idea validation, concept development, and prototype creation.
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 grant amount offered under this program?
The program offers a grant of up to ₹7 Lakhs.
Who can apply for the MeitY GENESIS EIR Program?
Eligible applicants include full-time undergraduate or postgraduate students, or founders of DPIIT-registered startups that are less than 2 years old. All applicants must be Indian citizens and have their venture registered in a Tier II or Tier III city.
What technology areas are supported?
The program focuses on Deeptech, ICT, and Electronic Design & Manufacturing (ESDM), including emerging technologies like AI/ML, IoT, and Blockchain.
Is the funding equity-free?
The program describes the funding as non-dilutive, meaning it is a grant and does not require the founder to give up equity.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
