How to Apply for Startup Seed Fund (Zerodha CSR Initiative)

How to apply

Startup Seed Fund (Zerodha CSR Initiative) accepts applications online through the official portal before the Closes in 2d (17 Jul 2026) deadline. Follow the steps below — and always confirm the latest details on the official source before you apply.

How to apply

Applications are submitted on the official portal. Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.

Selection process

Applications are reviewed by a jury comprising the FSID Core Team, IISc faculty, other academic experts, financial and legal professionals, partner organizations, and domain industry experts. Evaluation criteria include:

Strength of the entrepreneurial team
Clarity of customer problem definition
Novelty of technology and intellectual property
Competitive landscape analysis
Market potential and viability of the business model
Financial projections
Potential for societal impact Shortlisted startups may be invited for further presentations or interviews.

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