MANAGE-CIA RKVY-RAFTAAR Startup Agribusiness Incubation Program (SAIP) Cohort 15 — Frequently Asked Questions

This program is a flagship funding and incubation initiative managed by the MANAGE Centre for Innovation and Agripreneurship (CIA) and implemented by a-IDEA, ICAR-NAARM. It aims to support agri-based startups with an MVP to commercialize and scale their products.

Eligible startups can receive grant-in-aid funding of up to ₹25 lakh to support their product development, market launch, and scaling efforts.

The application deadline for the MANAGE-CIA RKVY-RAFTAAR Startup Agribusiness Incubation Program (SAIP) Cohort 15 is March 31, 2026.

Key eligibility criteria include being a legally registered Indian entity, having a Minimum Viable Product (MVP), being a DPIIT-recognised Indian startup, and not having previously received grant-in-aid from any central or state government body or seed support under this specific scheme.

No, Indian subsidiaries of foreign companies are explicitly stated as not being eligible for this program.

Yes, applicants must qualify as an Indian startup as per the guidelines issued by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT).

No, this program provides grant-in-aid funding, which means it does not take an equity stake in the recipient startups.

Beyond financial grants, the program provides comprehensive incubation support, including specialized training and expert mentoring, to help startups refine their business strategies and operational capabilities.

You can apply for the program by visiting the application form at https://forms.gle/mnuFrthkvS9q4UVL9?utm_source=startupgrantsindia.com&ref=startupgrantsindia.com.

MANAGE-CIA RKVY-RAFTAAR Startup Agribusiness Incubation Program (SAIP) Cohort 15 is offered by a-IDEA, ICAR-NAARM, an academic institution. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.