Digital India / MeitY Startup Hub

About This Scheme

MeitY Startup Hub (MSH) is an initiative of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology to build and nurture tech startups. MSH provides access to incubation, mentoring, funding, and market connections for startups working in emerging technologies — AI, blockchain, IoT, cybersecurity, and deeptech.

Ministry: Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)

Eligibility

Technology startups incorporated in India; focus on emerging technologies like AI, ML, blockchain, IoT, AR/VR, cybersecurity, and deeptech; both early-stage and growth-stage startups.

Key Benefits

• Access to TIDE 2.0 grants — up to ₹7 lakh per startup for EIR (Entrepreneur in Residence)
• Up to ₹25 lakh equity/grant support for early-stage tech startups
• Incubation support through MeitY-funded incubators across India
• Mentoring from industry experts and successful founders
• Market access and pilot opportunities with government and corporates

Application Process

1. 1Visit meity.gov.in or msh.meity.gov.in for current programs
2. 2Apply through the relevant scheme portal (TIDE 2.0, SAMRIDH, etc.)
3. 3Selection through evaluation committee based on innovation and viability
4. 4Support disbursed through partnering incubators

Documents Required

• Company registration documents
• Technology description and IP details
• Business plan and financial projections
• Team profiles

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