NIDHI Seed Support Program (NIDHI-SSP)
Under NIDHI-SSP (Seed Support Program) by IIM Lucknow Enterprise Incubation Centre
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An equity-based seed funding program by IIM Lucknow Enterprise Incubation Centre under DST-NIDHI, providing up to ₹25 lakhs to DeepTech startups along with incubation support including labs, mentor…
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹25L
- Funding type
- Equity
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
- Registrations needed
- DPIIT recognition
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 12 February 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by IIM Lucknow Enterprise Incubation Centre. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this funding program
The NIDHI Seed Support Program (NIDHI-SSP) at IIM Lucknow Enterprise Incubation Centre is an equity-based seed funding initiative implemented under the Department of Science and Technology’s National Initiative for Developing and Harnessing Innovations. The program is designed to support and accelerate promising DeepTech startups by providing early-stage capital along with structured incubation and ecosystem support.
Through this program, selected startups receive equity-based investment of up to INR 25 lakhs to help them validate technology, strengthen product development, and prepare for market entry and scale. In addition to funding, startups gain access to IIML EIC’s incubation ecosystem, including curated startup toolkits, legal, IPR and financial support, advanced infrastructure such as supercomputing facilities, IoT and 3D printing labs, as well as structured mentorship, networking, and corporate engagement opportunities.
The program aims to nurture innovation-driven enterprises with strong technology differentiation and long-term scalability, enabling them to transition from early development stages to sustainable, growth-ready ventures.
Eligibility
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Funding providers
IIM Lucknow Enterprise Incubation Centre, usually written IIML EIC, is the incubator set up by IIM Lucknow at its Noida campus in Sector 62. It is a registered Section 8 not-for-profit company, and it says it is supported by NSTEDB at the Department of Science & Technology,…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹25L
What You Get
Selected startups receive equity-based seed funding up to INR 25 lakhs, plus access to IIML EIC’s incubation ecosystem including legal, IPR, and financial support, advanced infrastructure (supercomputing, IoT, 3D printing), mentorship, and corporate networking—designed to validate technology, strengthen product development, and prepare for market entry.
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
Line up your documents
Keep every document from the checklist ready in one folder. Missing docs are the #1 reason applications get bounced.
- 3
Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
- 4
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 funding amount?
Up to INR 25 lakhs, provided as equity-based investment.
Is the funding a grant or equity?
It is equity-based investment, not a grant.
What types of startups are eligible?
DPIIT-registered startups operating in the DeepTech domain.
Do I need to be already incubated at IIM Lucknow EIC?
Yes, you must be currently incubated at IIM Lucknow Enterprise Incubation Centre or be willing to incubate there upon selection.
What are the founder eligibility requirements?
All founders must be Indian citizens, and they must collectively hold at least 51% equity in the startup.
What additional support is provided beyond funding?
Access to IIML EIC's incubation ecosystem: curated startup toolkits, legal, IPR and financial support, supercomputing facilities, IoT and 3D printing labs, structured mentorship, networking, and corporate engagement.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
News
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