Agripreneurship Orientation Programme (AOP) - Cohort 14 under PM-RKVY — Frequently Asked Questions

AOP is a pre-seed stage program under the PM-RKVY Innovation and Agri-Entrepreneurship Programme, run by IEF of CCSNIAM and supported by the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India. It supports aspiring entrepreneurs with agri-business ideas.

Selected applicants receive up to ₹5 Lakhs as a non-repayable government grant. No equity is taken.

The deadline to apply for Cohort 14 is 31 July 2026.

Aspiring Indian entrepreneurs with transformative agri-business ideas at the pre-seed stage (idea or early prototype) are eligible. You do not need to be an incorporated company.

No, the program does not require DPIIT or MSME registration.

No, the funding is a non-repayable grant, so the program takes no equity in your venture.

You need to provide your personal details, describe your agri-business concept, the problem it addresses, and target beneficiaries. Supporting documents like a concept note, prototype description, or demo (if available) are recommended.

Applications are submitted online via the CCSNIAM Accubate portal at the official apply URL. Complete the form before the deadline.

Participants receive mentorship, business development support, networking opportunities, and access to the PM-RKVY incubation ecosystem.

Agripreneurship Orientation Programme (AOP) - Cohort 14 under PM-RKVY is offered by IEF of CCSNIAM, a government body. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.

Apply directly through the official application link on this page. Review the eligibility criteria and prepare your startup documents before you begin.