The TIDE 2.0 EiR Grant Program, supported by the MeitY Startup Hub, provides a complete ecosystem for aspiring and early-stage tech entrepreneurs. The program offers financial assistance, mentorship, incubation facilities, and networking opportunities. It provides two levels of funding: an EiR grant of up to ₹4 lakhs for idea validation and a separate grant of up to ₹7 lakhs for prototype development. The total funding pool for the cohort is up to ₹16 lakhs.