MeitY TIDE 2.0 Grant at PSG-STEP
Under TIDE 2.0 (Technology Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs) by PSG-STEP
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Quick Answer
MeitY TIDE 2.0 Grant at PSG-STEP provides up to ₹7 lakhs in grant funding for early-stage tech startups to develop a Proof-of-Concept into a Minimum Viable Product or prototype.
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 PSG-STEP. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this grant
PSG-STEP, in association with the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), is inviting applications for the TIDE 2.0 Prototype Development Grant. This program provides grant funding of up to ₹7 lakhs per startup. The grant is specifically for nascent, early-stage startups that have a definite Proof-of-Concept (PoC) and are looking to further develop it into a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) or prototype. The focus areas for this grant include Fintech, EduTech, Other Emerging Technologies, Healthcare & MedTech, Environment & Clean Tech, and AgriTech.
Eligibility
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Grant providers
PSG-STEP is a technology business incubator run by PSG College of Technology in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. It was set up in 1998 with backing from the Department of Science & Technology, IDBI and ICICI, and now works with the National Science & Technology Entrepreneurship…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹7L
- Fund type
- Grant
What You Get
Grant of up to ₹7 lakhs per startup for developing a Proof-of-Concept into a Minimum Viable Product or prototype.
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 maximum grant amount?
The grant provides up to ₹7 lakhs per startup.
What are the focus areas for the grant?
The grant focuses on Fintech, EduTech, Healthcare & MedTech, Environment & Clean Tech, AgriTech, and Other Emerging Technologies.
What stage of startup is eligible?
Nascent, early-stage startups that have a definite Proof-of-Concept and are looking to develop it into a Minimum Viable Product or prototype.
What types of technology are supported?
Technologies such as IoT, AI, Blockchain, Robotics, and other emerging technologies.
Do I need to be incubated with PSG-STEP to apply?
Yes, as per TIDE 2.0 scheme guidelines, applicants are likely required to be incubated with PSG-STEP.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
News
- Chitkara University Partners With Chandigarh Angels Network to Boost Startup Fundingsiliconindia.com · last month
Source: Google News aggregated
