Government of Maharashtra
Maharashtra's state government supporting startups through its Startup Policy, seed funding, and incubation infrastructure across the state.
Government of Maharashtra at a glance
| Address | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
|---|---|
| Programmes | 2 open calls right now |
| Official website | www.maharashtra.gov.in |
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About Government of Maharashtra
The Government of Maharashtra runs one of India's most comprehensive state-level startup ecosystems. The Maharashtra State Innovation and Startup Policy provides a structured framework for nurturing entrepreneurship through seed funding, mentorship, incubation support, and regulatory simplification. The Directorate of Industries serves as the nodal agency, coordinating with institutions across the state to deliver programs for founders at various stages.
Maharashtra benefits from having Mumbai, India's financial capital, as well as Pune's thriving tech corridor. The state government operates programs that provide financial assistance to startups for prototyping, marketing, and intellectual property filing. It has also partnered with academic institutions and private incubators to expand the reach of its support programs beyond metro cities into emerging startup hubs across the state.
Who Benefits
Startups registered in Maharashtra across sectors including fintech, healthtech, agritech, and manufacturing. The state's programs are accessible to first-time founders, women entrepreneurs, and social enterprises looking for non-dilutive funding and incubation support.
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Frequently asked questions about Government of Maharashtra
What is Government of Maharashtra?
Government of Maharashtra is a government body based in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
What does Government of Maharashtra do?
The Government of Maharashtra runs one of India's most comprehensive state-level startup ecosystems. The Maharashtra State Innovation and Startup Policy provides a structured framework for nurturing entrepreneurship through seed funding, mentorship, incubation support, and regulatory simplification.
Where is Government of Maharashtra located?
Government of Maharashtra is based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
What programs does Government of Maharashtra run?
Government of Maharashtra currently has 2 open programmes: Seva First Innovation Challenge 2026 and Maharashtra Package Scheme of Incentives (PSI) 2019. 1 further programme has run in the past.
Is Government of Maharashtra open to applications?
Yes. Government of Maharashtra has 2 open programmes right now, including Seva First Innovation Challenge 2026 and Maharashtra Package Scheme of Incentives (PSI) 2019. Check each programme's page for its deadline and eligibility.
What sectors does Government of Maharashtra support?
Government of Maharashtra works with startups in Fintech, Healthtech, AgriTech, CleanTech, E-Commerce and Manufacturing and other sectors.
What stage of startup does Government of Maharashtra support?
Government of Maharashtra supports startups at the Ideation, Validation and Early Revenue stages.
How do I apply to Government of Maharashtra?
Applications run through each programme's own call. Government of Maharashtra lists 2 open programmes — check the programme page for its deadline and eligibility, or apply via https://www.maharashtra.gov.in/.
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