NIDHI Accelerator Program for Agri Startups at AIC ISB
NIDHI Accelerator at AIC ISB supports agri-startups with mentoring, funding up to ₹5L for top 3, and market linkages. Apply by Aug 15, 2025.
- Funding amount
- ₹5L (grant)
- Funding type
- Grant
- Provider
- AIC ISB (Academic)
- Application deadline
- Closed (15 Aug 2025)
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
The NIDHI Accelerator Program at AIC ISB is a specialized accelerator designed for innovation-driven startups in the agriculture sector. Backed by the Department of Science & Technology, this program provides structured mentoring, funding, and market linkages to help ventures scale their solutions and create lasting impact. The top three startups in each cohort receive a grant of up to ₹5,00,000. Focus areas include Precision Agriculture, Sustainable & Regenerative Agriculture, Supply Chain & Market Linkages, Post-Harvest & Value Addition, Agri Data & Intelligence, Robotics, and Agri-Fintech & Insurance.
Highlights
- Grant of up to ₹5L for top 3 startups in each cohort.
- Focused on agriculture technology including Precision Agriculture, Robotics, Agri-Fintech, and more.
- Backed by the Department of Science & Technology (DST).
- Applied deadline: August 15, 2025.
- 1+ year old, early-revenue startups eligible.
Who can apply
To apply, your startup must:
- Be at least 1 year old from the date of incorporation.
- Be at an early-revenue stage with clear scalability potential.
- Work in the agriculture sector, specifically in focus areas like Precision Agriculture, Sustainable & Regenerative Agriculture, Supply Chain & Market Linkages, Post-Harvest & Value Addition, Agri Data & Intelligence, Robotics, or Agri-Fintech & Insurance.
- There is no mention of DPIIT or MSME registration requirements, state restrictions, or specific entity types. Founder requirements are not specified.
NIDHI Accelerator Program for Agri Startups at AIC ISB 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 NIDHI Accelerator Program for Agri Startups at AIC ISB closed on 15 Aug 2025. Many programmes run repeat cohorts, so it is worth checking the official site for the next round.
What the funding covers
Selected startups receive:
- Grant funding: Top 3 startups get up to ₹5,00,000 each.
- Structured mentoring from domain experts.
- Market linkages to help scale solutions.
- Support to create lasting impact in the agriculture sector.
About the provider
NIDHI Accelerator Program for Agri Startups at AIC ISB is offered by AIC ISB, an academic institution. It is delivered directly by AIC ISB 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 NIDHI Accelerator Program for Agri Startups at AIC ISB, 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
NIDHI Accelerator Program for Agri Startups at AIC ISB is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹5L. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
How much funding is offered?
The top 3 startups in the cohort receive a grant of up to ₹5,00,000 each.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline is August 15, 2025.
What is the eligibility criteria regarding company age and stage?
Your startup must be at least 1 year old from incorporation and be at an early-revenue stage with scalability potential.
Which sectors or focus areas are supported?
Startups working in agriculture with focus on Precision Agriculture, Sustainable & Regenerative Agriculture, Supply Chain & Market Linkages, Post-Harvest & Value Addition, Agri Data & Intelligence, Robotics, and Agri-Fintech & Insurance are eligible.
Is there any equity taken?
No, the funding is a grant, so no equity is taken.
Do I need DPIIT or MSME registration?
The program does not specify any requirement for DPIIT or MSME registration.
How do I apply?
You can apply via the official application link: https://iventureisb.accubate.app/ext/form/5111/1/apply
Who offers NIDHI Accelerator Program for Agri Startups at AIC ISB?
NIDHI Accelerator Program for Agri Startups at AIC ISB is offered by AIC ISB, an academic institution. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.
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