MeitY GENESIS EIR at IC IIT Patna
The MeitY GENESIS EIR at IC IIT Patna offers up to ₹1 crore in funding for women entrepreneurs working on deeptech products in electronic system design and manufacturing.
- Funding amount
- ₹10L (grant)
- Funding type
- Grant
- Provider
- Incubation Centre IIT Patna (Academic)
- Application deadline
- Closed (25 Oct 2025)
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
The EnToBiz DST Ideas to Impact - Deep Tech Academy is a specialized pre-incubation program designed to empower startups and nurtured teams. Its objective is to support 100 startups through a structured two-month program, providing acceleration and prototyping assistance of up to ₹1,00,000 (₹One Lakh). The program focuses on deep tech products in the Electronic System Design & Manufacturing (ESDM) sector.
Targeting women entrepreneurs, selected teams must have at least one woman co-founder. The startups should have fixed an industry problem through deep tech capabilities and should have market intelligence.
Highlights
- Targets women-led teams with deep tech ESDM solutions
- Two-month pre-incubation program
- Prototyping and acceleration support up to ₹1 Lakh
- Aims to support 100 startups
Who can apply
The program is for startups and nurtured teams. Selected teams must have at least one woman co-founder. The startup is expected to have fixed a problem of the industry through deep tech capabilities and should have market intelligence. The entity validates it over a period the short time of two months to find the product-market fit with real-world impact.
MeitY GENESIS EIR at IC IIT Patna 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 at IC IIT Patna closed on 25 Oct 2025. Many programmes run repeat cohorts, so it is worth checking the official site for the next round.
What the funding covers
- Up to ₹1,00,000 prototyping and acceleration support per selected startup or nurtured teams.
- The short is to have the product market fit through constant validations by industry experts.
About the provider
MeitY GENESIS EIR at IC IIT Patna is offered by Incubation Centre IIT Patna, an academic institution. It is delivered directly by Incubation Centre IIT Patna 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 at IC IIT Patna, 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 at IC IIT Patna 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 offered under this program?
Selected startups receive up to ₹1,00,000 (₹One Lakh) as prototyping and acceleration support.
Who is eligible to apply?
The program is for startups and nurtured teams. Teams must have at least one woman co-founder and work on deep tech products in the ESDM sector. They should have a problem fixed through deep tech capabilities and market intelligence.
What is the duration of the program?
It is a two-month pre-incubation program.
How many startups does the program aim to support?
The objective is to support 100 startups or nurtured teams through this academy.
Does the program take equity?
The program provides prototyping and acceleration support as a grant, so no equity is taken.
Is DPIIT or MSME registration required?
The eligibility summary does not mention a requirement for DPIIT or MSME registration. Details should be confirmed with the program provider.
How can I apply for this program?
The application details are not specified in the provided facts. Please refer to the official DST Ideas to Impact portal or contact the program organizers for the application process.
Can male-founded teams apply?
Yes, but the team must include at least one woman co-founder to be eligible.
What is the application deadline for MeitY GENESIS EIR at IC IIT Patna?
The application deadline for MeitY GENESIS EIR at IC IIT Patna is Closed (25 Oct 2025). Deadlines can be revised, so reconfirm on the official source before applying.
Who offers MeitY GENESIS EIR at IC IIT Patna?
MeitY GENESIS EIR at IC IIT Patna is offered by Incubation Centre IIT Patna, an academic institution. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.
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