MANAGE-FISHub Incubation Program
A programme by MANAGE-Fisheries Innovation and Startup Hub (MANAGE-FISHub)
A one-month mentoring and hands-on programme for fisheries and aquaculture startups. Its 2025 applications closed on 30 November 2025.
At a glance
| Best for | Fisheries and aquaculture startups and aspiring aquapreneurs with a full-time idea |
|---|---|
| Duration | One month |
| Format | Hybrid |
| Cost | Free |
| Grant support | For selected startups. A place in the programme does not by itself guarantee a grant. |
| Run with | Department of Fisheries, Government of India |
About MANAGE-FISHub Incubation Program
The Incubation Program is the hub's flagship route into incubation for fisheries and aquaculture ideas. It pairs mentoring with hands-on experience alongside established fisheries startups, and it covers business models, markets and sector challenges.
What you get
- Mentoring-cum-hands-on experience with established fisheries and aquaculture startups
- Technical know-how and entrepreneurial insight from expert mentors
- Incubation support, and a recommendation for grant-in-aid under RKVY-RAFTAAR where eligible
Who can apply
- An innovative idea in fisheries or aquaculture that uses technology, processes, services or business platforms
- A commitment to pursue the venture full time
- A clear initial business plan or proposal
How selection works: the Centre of Excellence Incubation Committee evaluates applicants. The 2025-26 cohort drew 42 applications and selected 22 startups.
How to apply: the registration and online training are free. Applications were made through the online form linked from the programme page.
Where to apply
Other MANAGE-Fisheries Innovation and Startup Hub (MANAGE-FISHub) programmes
- MANAGE Aqua-EurekaA national aqua innovation challenge with a preliminary round, a mentoring week and a grand finale. The 2025 edition has closed.
- Pre-Incubation Mentoring Program for Fisheries StartupsA 22-day intensive course for idea-stage fisheries founders, moving from concept to MVP. Its December 2025 batch has finished.
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