Acceleration Programme and Event Participation Assistance
A programme by Department of Industries, Government of Bihar
A grant that pays the cost of joining a recognised national or international acceleration programme or start-up event.
At a glance
| Best for | Certified Bihar start-ups that want to join an accelerator or a start-up event. |
|---|---|
| Stage | MVP – Growth |
| Grant support | For selected startups. A place in the programme does not by itself guarantee a grant. |
About Acceleration Programme and Event Participation Assistance
Certified start-ups can get a grant to enrol in a recognised national or international acceleration programme, or to take part in a start-up event, with the amount capped per start-up.
What you get
- A grant towards the programme or event, with a cap on the total and on daily accommodation
- Acceleration fees paid directly to the host institution
Who can apply
- Certified start-ups under the Bihar Start-up Policy
- Programmes run by hosts on the department's list of acceleration programmes
How selection works: You submit your documents and have a personal interaction with the department. Approval comes from the department's committees.
How to apply: Use the acceleration form on the Startup Bihar portal. Apply well before the programme starts, and send a feedback report afterwards. The guidelines also limit how often a start-up can claim.
Where to apply
Other Department of Industries, Government of Bihar programmes
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