MeitY GENESIS EiR Cohort-2 at ACIC-BMU Foundation
MeitY GENESIS EiR Cohort-2 at ACIC-BMU Foundation offers up to ₹10L grant and mentorship for early-stage tech startups from Tier II/III cities.
- Funding amount
- ₹10L (grant)
- Funding type
- Grant
- Provider
- ACIC-BMU Foundation (Academic)
- Application deadline
- Closed (15 Oct 2025)
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
The MeitY GENESIS EiR (Entrepreneur-in-Residence) program is a government initiative to strengthen the startup ecosystem in Tier II and Tier III cities. Hosted by the ACIC-BMU Foundation, the program provides a ₹10 lakh grant along with dedicated mentorship to help innovators and startups develop their ideas into working prototypes. The focus is on tech ventures in DeepTech, Electronic Design and Manufacturing (ESDM), and Information and Communications Technology (ICT). The program aims to bridge the gap between ideation and prototype stage for founders in underserved regions.
Highlights
- Up to ₹10 lakh grant for early-stage tech ventures.
- Dedicated mentorship to develop ideas into prototypes.
- Open to full-time UG/PG students and DPIIT-recognized startup founders (≤ 2 years old).
- Focused on Tier II and Tier III cities in India.
- Tech domains include DeepTech, ESDM, and ICT.
- Physical incubation at ACIC-BMU centre required.
Who can apply
To apply, you must be an Indian citizen. You can be a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate student, or a DPIIT-recognized startup founder whose company is no older than 2 years. Your innovation should be at the ideation-to-prototype stage. Importantly, you must be based in or willing to be incubated at ACIC-BMU in a Tier II or Tier III city. Selected applicants are required to be physically incubated at the ACIC-BMU centre.
MeitY GENESIS EiR Cohort-2 at ACIC-BMU Foundation is open to startups at any stage. It is open to startups registered anywhere in India.
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Deadline & timing
The most recent application window for MeitY GENESIS EiR Cohort-2 at ACIC-BMU Foundation closed on 15 Oct 2025. Many programmes run repeat cohorts, so it is worth checking the official site for the next round.
What the funding covers
Selected participants receive a grant of up to ₹10 lakh. In addition to funding, the program provides dedicated mentorship to help develop ideas into prototypes. The program is hosted by the ACIC-BMU Foundation and focuses on tech domains like DeepTech, ESDM, and ICT.
About the provider
MeitY GENESIS EiR Cohort-2 at ACIC-BMU Foundation is offered by ACIC-BMU Foundation, an academic institution. It is delivered directly by ACIC-BMU Foundation as a grant. You can verify current details and timelines on the provider's official website before applying.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to MeitY GENESIS EiR Cohort-2 at ACIC-BMU Foundation, keep the following documents ready:
- A pitch deck or short business plan describing the problem, product and traction
- Company registration documents and PAN
- Founder identification (PAN / Aadhaar) and brief profiles
- Recent financial statements or projections
- Product details — a demo, prototype or working link if available
Exact requirements are confirmed on the official application portal — treat this as a preparation checklist.
Who this is best for
MeitY GENESIS EiR Cohort-2 at ACIC-BMU Foundation is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹10L. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
What is the funding amount?
The program provides a grant of up to ₹10 lakh.
Who can apply?
Indian citizens who are full-time UG/PG students or DPIIT-recognized startup founders with a company less than 2 years old. Startups should be at the ideation-to-prototype stage and from Tier II or Tier III cities.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline for Cohort-2 is 15th October 2025.
Do I need DPIIT recognition to apply?
Yes, if you are a startup founder, you must have DPIIT recognition. Students without a registered startup are also eligible.
Is this program for all types of startups?
The program focuses on tech ventures in DeepTech, Electronic Design and Manufacturing (ESDM), and Information and Communications Technology (ICT).
Do I need to be physically present at the incubation centre?
Yes, selected applicants must be physically incubated at the ACIC-BMU centre.
How do I apply?
You can apply online through the application link: https://acicbmu.accubate.app/ext/form/10656/1/apply
Does MeitY GENESIS EiR Cohort-2 at ACIC-BMU Foundation take equity?
No. MeitY GENESIS EiR Cohort-2 at ACIC-BMU Foundation is grant and is non-dilutive — the provider does not take an equity stake in your startup.
Who offers MeitY GENESIS EiR Cohort-2 at ACIC-BMU Foundation?
MeitY GENESIS EiR Cohort-2 at ACIC-BMU Foundation is offered by ACIC-BMU Foundation, an academic institution. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.
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