Naaripreneur for Her Program Cohort 2 – IIMV FIELD
11-month incubation for women-led startups and ventures building solutions for women, by IIMV FIELD with CSR support from NBCC India. Offers mentorship, capacity building, and equity-free grants up to ₹5L.
- Funding amount
- ₹5L (grant)
- Funding type
- Grant
- Provider
- IIMV FIELD (Academic)
- Application deadline
- Closed (30 Jun 2026)
- Eligible stage
- Idea · Product
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
The Naaripreneur for Her Program (NFHP) Cohort 2 is an 11-month incubation programme run by IIMV FIELD, the innovation and entrepreneurship foundation of the Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam. It is backed as a CSR initiative by NBCC India Ltd, a Government of India Navratna public sector undertaking. The programme operates in three phases, spanning May 2026 to March 2027, and aims to support up to 75 entrepreneurs overall. Cohort 1 of this programme earned recognition as the Second Best CSR Project for Women Development at the PRSI National Awards.
The programme targets two categories of ventures: those led by women (working on any product, service, or sector), and ventures that build solutions for women in areas such as health, safety, education, financial independence, and livelihood creation. Importantly, founders can apply on the strength of an idea alone—no existing venture, revenue, or formal incorporation is necessary.
Phase 1 is an open call for applications across India. In Phase 2, up to 75 shortlisted candidates undergo structured online sessions covering ideation, validation, lean canvas, marketing, operations, finance, performance management, and storytelling. Those who complete Phase 2 must submit a lean canvas and a pitch video for evaluation. In Phase 3, up to 25 ventures receive six months of intensive mentorship from IIMV faculty, industry experts, and sector specialists, access to the IIMV FIELD ecosystem and alumni network, and a 2-day on-campus bootcamp on AI adoption and fundraising. The programme concludes with a graduation ceremony where the top 5 performers receive performance-based grants totalling up to ₹5 lakh, with no equity taken.
Highlights
- Open to women-led startups and ventures building solutions for women across any sector
- Accepts idea-stage applicants; no revenue, traction, or incorporation needed
- 11-month three-phase programme: national call, online pre-incubation (up to 75 participants), and 6-month incubation (up to 25 ventures)
- Top 5 startups receive equity-free grants totalling up to ₹5 lakh
- CSR initiative backed by NBCC India Ltd (Government of India Navratna PSU), run by IIMV FIELD (IIM Visakhapatnam)
- 2-day on-campus bootcamp on AI adoption and fundraising for incubation-phase ventures
Who can apply
Ventures must fall into one of two categories: (1) ventures led by women working on any product or service in any sector, or (2) ventures building solutions for women, in domains like health, safety, education, financial independence, livelihood creation, or other women-related areas. There are no restrictions on stage—idea-stage applicants are welcomed—and no sector, location, or entity-type limitations. No DPIIT or MSME registration is needed at the time of application.
Naaripreneur for Her Program Cohort 2 – IIMV FIELD is open to startups at the idea, product and revenue stage working in agri food rural, edtech social impact, fintech and health pharma biotech. It is open to startups registered anywhere in India.
- Eligible stage
- Idea · Product
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Deadline & timing
The most recent application window for Naaripreneur for Her Program Cohort 2 – IIMV FIELD closed on 30 Jun 2026. Many programmes run repeat cohorts, so it is worth checking the official site for the next round.
What the funding covers
Equity-free performance-based grants totalling up to ₹5 lakh are provided to the top 5 startups at the end of the programme. In addition, up to 25 ventures in Phase 3 receive structured incubation support including: mentorship from IIMV faculty, industry experts, and sector specialists; access to IIMV FIELD's ecosystem and alumni network; a 2-day on-campus bootcamp on AI adoption and fundraising; and capacity-building during pre-incubation covering ideation, validation, lean canvas, marketing, operations, finance, and storytelling.
About the provider
Naaripreneur for Her Program Cohort 2 – IIMV FIELD is offered by IIMV FIELD, an academic institution. It is delivered directly by IIMV FIELD as a grant. You can verify current details and timelines on the provider's official website before applying.
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 submitted via Google Form and evaluated by the Screening and Evaluation Committee (SCEC) of IIMV FIELD. Up to 75 candidates are shortlisted for Phase 2 (Pre-Incubation). In Phase 2, participants complete structured online sessions and then submit a lean canvas and pitch video. The SCEC conducts brief interactions with each candidate. Based on cumulative evaluations, up to 25 ventures are selected for Phase 3 (Incubation). The programme ends with a graduation ceremony where the top 5 startups are awarded performance-based grants.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to Naaripreneur for Her Program Cohort 2 – IIMV FIELD, 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
Naaripreneur for Her Program Cohort 2 – IIMV FIELD is best suited for idea, product and revenue-stage agri food rural, edtech social impact and fintech startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹5L. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply to the Naaripreneur for Her Program?
The programme considers two types of applicants: (1) ventures led by women, working in any product or service sector, and (2) ventures building solutions for women (in health, safety, education, financial independence, livelihood creation, or other female-centric domains). There is no minimum revenue or stage requirement—ideas without any traction are welcome. Entrepreneurs from anywhere in India can apply, and no specific entity type or DPIIT/MSME registration is required.
How much funding is provided?
Equity-free performance-based grants totalling up to ₹5 lakh are distributed among the top 5 startups upon programme completion.
What is the application deadline?
Applications must be submitted by 30 June 2026.
What are the three phases involved?
Phase 1 is a nationwide call for applications. Phase 2 (Pre-Incubation) involves structured online capacity-building for up to 75 shortlisted applicants. Upon completing Phase 2, participants submit a lean canvas and pitch video. Phase 3 (Incubation) offers six months of intensive support, including mentorship, ecosystem access, and an on-campus bootcamp, for up to 25 ventures.
Does the programme take equity?
No. The grants are equity-free, and incubation access does not require giving up ownership.
What support does the incubation phase include?
Incubation-phase participants receive mentorship from IIMV faculty, industry experts, and sector specialists; access to IIMV FIELD's ecosystem and alumni network; and a 2-day on-campus bootcamp focused on AI adoption and fundraising.
What documents or materials are needed to apply?
An initial Google Form application is all that is required. After Phase 2, shortlisted candidates must submit a lean canvas and a pitch video.
How are startups selected for the incubation phase?
Selection is done by the Screening and Evaluation Committee (SCEC) of IIMV FIELD. It is based on the quality of the lean canvas and pitch video submitted at the end of Phase 2, followed by brief interactions.
Who operates and funds the programme?
The programme is run by IIMV FIELD, the innovation and entrepreneurship foundation of IIM Visakhapatnam. It is supported as a CSR initiative by NBCC India Ltd, a Government of India Navratna Public Sector Undertaking.
How do I apply and where can I ask questions?
Apply via the Google Form link available on the programme page. For queries, email nfhp@iimv.ac.in or contact via WhatsApp at +917569309208.
Is DPIIT recognition required for Naaripreneur for Her Program Cohort 2 – IIMV FIELD?
No. DPIIT (Startup India) recognition is not listed as a mandatory requirement for Naaripreneur for Her Program Cohort 2 – IIMV FIELD, though having it can strengthen your application and unlock other benefits.
Who offers Naaripreneur for Her Program Cohort 2 – IIMV FIELD?
Naaripreneur for Her Program Cohort 2 – IIMV FIELD is offered by IIMV FIELD, an academic institution. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.
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