MSInS Seed Fund
A programme by Marathwada Accelerator for Growth & Incubation Council (MAGIC) (Marathwada Accelerator for Growth & Incubation Council)
The Maharashtra State Innovation Society's seed funding scheme, which MAGIC says it implements as a recognised incubator.
At a glance
| Best for | Early-stage startups in Maharashtra working towards a proof of concept or prototype |
|---|---|
| Stage | Idea – Prototype |
| Grant support | For selected startups. A place in the programme does not by itself guarantee a grant. |
| Run with | Maharashtra State Innovation Society (MSInS) |
About MSInS Seed Fund
MAGIC describes the MSInS Seed Fund as seed funding for eligible early-stage startups, meant to help them build a proof of concept, make a prototype, and get closer to market readiness. MAGIC says it acts as a recognised incubator implementing the scheme and supporting startups through the application and execution process.
What you get
- Seed funding through the scheme for proof of concept, prototype and market readiness work
- From MAGIC: awareness and outreach, application guidance and evaluation support, mentoring and progress reviews, and programme monitoring and reporting
Who can apply
- Eligible early-stage startups; MAGIC's page describes recipients as recognised by the Government of Maharashtra and does not publish further criteria
How to apply: The page carries no form and no deadline. Start with MAGIC's incubation application, or write to contact@magicincubation.com and say you are interested in this scheme.
Where to apply
Other MAGIC programmes
- Incubation at MAGICMAGIC's main route in: a staged programme from idea validation to market entry, with mentoring, space and help reaching government funding schemes.
- Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS)The central government's seed scheme for proof of concept through market entry, which MAGIC helps startups access.
- iDEX – Innovations for Defence ExcellenceMAGIC supports startups taking part in the Ministry of Defence's iDEX challenges, as a partner incubator.
- MSME & Innovation ProgramsIdea hackathons, innovation challenges and capacity building workshops that MAGIC runs for MSMEs and early innovators.
- Saturday Mentoring ClinicA recurring Saturday session for validating an idea and working through a specific problem with mentors.
- MAGIC HeadOnn – Project to ProductHelps innovators and students turn an idea or an academic project into a product that can actually ship.
- MAGIC LearnNxtAn expert-led learning series on startup fundamentals, technology, business strategy and compliance.
- Startup BootcampsShort, intensive sessions covering problem-solution fit, business models and pitch preparation.
- Innovation ChallengesRecurring challenges built on real problem statements from industry, government and society.
- Design Thinking WorkshopsWorkshops that teach structured, user-centred problem solving.
- Faculty Development ProgramsProgrammes for college faculty on running innovation and entrepreneurship activity inside an institution.
- My Skill My BusinessEncourages ITI students and young innovators to build a business out of a skill they already have.
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