Pilot Program - GENESIS Scheme

The PILOT Component under GENESIS is designed to enable startups, particularly from Tier-II and Tier-III cities, to validate and demonstrate their market-ready solutions through pilot projects with corporates, PSUS, and large enterprises. Each selected startup may receive up to funding of ₹40 lakhs. Disbursement may be milestone-based or in single/two tranches. Startups will receive dedicated support from Enabling Partners (EPs), including access to labs, prototyping equipment, workspaces, periodic mentoring, business connects, and compliance support. Centers can hold equity up to 3% on behalf of MSH. Eligibility requires a DPIIT registered startup in ICT-related domains (IT & AI, electronic design & manufacturing, tech/deeptech products) with an MVP/working prototype, viable business plan, full-time founder/co-founder, and a Pilot work order/Purchase order from an eligible corporate/PSU/unicorn. Must not be a beneficiary of TIDE 2.0 scale-up or SAMRIDH.