North East Venture Fund (NEVF)
A programme by NEDFi Venture Capital Limited (NEDFi Venture Capital Limited)
A Category I venture capital fund for north eastern startups, managed by NEDFi Venture Capital Limited, taking equity and equity-linked stakes.
At a glance
| Best for | North eastern startups with a market-fit product and early traction |
|---|---|
| Stage | MVP – Early revenue |
| Format | Online |
| Cost | Takes equity |
About North East Venture Fund (NEVF)
NEVF is sponsored by NEDFi, with the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region and NEDFi as anchor investors. It invests through equity, convertible preference shares and debentures. You pitch it; there is no fixed programme.
Who can apply
- An entrepreneur with an innovative vision and the power to carry it out
- A strong, committed management team
- A viable business model with sustainable growth and large scaling opportunities
- A market-fit product with good traction
- A realistic exit
How to apply: Email a brief write-up or presentation about your business to nevf@nedfi.com. Cover the promoters, the company, the product and its edge, the proof of concept and milestones, the market, and the business model with the funds you need and a brief financial forecast. The site gives no deadline.
Where to apply
Other NVCL programmes
- Manipur Startup Venture Fund (MSVF)A Category I venture fund for Manipur startups, managed by NEDFi Venture Capital Limited with the Government of Manipur as nodal agency.
- NRL Ideation Angel FundA Category I angel fund managed by NEDFi Venture Capital Limited for DPIIT recognised private limited startups.