NIDHI Seed Support Program (SSP) Phase 2 at ACIC-VGU Foundation
Under NIDHI-SSP (Seed Support Program) by ACIC VGU Foundation
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Quick Answer
Seed funding up to ₹50 Lakhs for early-stage tech startups to move from prototype to commercialization, implemented at ACIC-VGU Foundation under DST's NIDHI Seed Support Program, via equity or equi…
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹50 Lakhs
- Funding type
- Equity
- Provider
- ACIC VGU Foundation
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Eligible stage
- Product
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 7 November 2025. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by ACIC VGU Foundation. 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 (SSP) is a flagship initiative by the Department of Science & Technology (DST), providing financial assistance to promising early-stage tech startups to transition from prototype to commercialization (lab to market).
Implemented at ACIC-VGU Foundation, the program offers seed funding support of up to ₹50 Lakhs through a flexible structure of Equity or Equity-linked instruments (with a minority equity stake taken by the incubator).
Key benefits include:
- Funding for PoC, prototype development, product trials, customer validation, and launch.
- Milestone-based disbursement and a moratorium of up to 12 months (in case of loan-based support, although the mode of funding is listed as Equity/Equity-linked).
- Expert mentorship, investor connect, and GTM support via the ACIC VGU Foundation ecosystem.
Eligibility
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Full eligibility criteria — entity type, stage, sector, founder profile and registration requirements — plus your fit for this program. Sign up to view.
Funding providers
ACIC-VGU Foundation is the Atal Community Innovation Centre at Vivekananda Global University in Jagatpura, Jaipur. Its full name is Atal Community Innovation Centre - Vivekananda Global University Foundation, and it describes itself as a startup incubator supported by the Atal…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹50 Lakhs
What You Get
Seed funding of up to ₹50 Lakhs via equity or equity-linked instruments (minority equity stake taken by the incubator). Funding can be used for Proof of Concept, prototype development, product trials, customer validation, and market launch. Disbursement is milestone-based, and a moratorium of up to 12 months applies in case of loan-based support. Startups also receive expert mentorship, investor connections, and go-to-market support from the ACIC VGU Foundation ecosystem.
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
See the questions before you start
Download every question this programme's application form asks, so you can prepare your answers offline before opening the portal.
- 3
Line up your documents
Keep every document from the checklist ready in one folder. Missing docs are the #1 reason applications get bounced.
- 4
Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
- 5
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 ₹50 Lakhs.
What is the funding structure?
Equity or equity-linked instruments with a minority equity stake taken by the incubator.
Who can apply?
Startups legally registered in India (preferably DPIIT-recognized), with at least 51% equity held by Indian promoters, an innovative tech-driven solution with a working prototype or MVP, and a minimum of 3 months association (or willingness to onboard) with ACIC-VGU Foundation.
Is there a moratorium period?
In case of loan-based support, there is a moratorium of up to 12 months.
What sectors are covered?
AgriTech, HealthTech & MedTech, CleanTech & Sustainability, DeepTech / AI / ML, SaaS / Digital Platforms, IoT, Industry 4.0, SpaceTech, Mobility, Drones, and more.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
