NIDHI-Seed Support System (SSS) at Amity Innovation Incubator
NIDHI-SSS at Amity Innovation Incubator offers early-stage startups up to ₹50L grant funding, DPIIT registration required, with mentorship to scale for angel/VC investment.
- Funding amount
- ₹50L (grant)
- Funding type
- Grant
- Provider
- Amity Innovation Incubator (Academic)
- Application deadline
- Closed (22 Sept 2025)
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
The NIDHI-Seed Support System (SSS) at Amity Innovation Incubator is a grant-based program designed to provide early-stage startups with crucial seed funding and mentorship. The program is sector-agnostic, welcoming ventures from any industry as long as they demonstrate initial market traction. The goal is to help startups progress to a stage where they become eligible for angel investment, venture capital, or commercial loans. Startups must be registered in India, have DPIIT registration, and maintain at least 51% Indian promoter shareholding. A minimum three-month association with the incubator (physical or virtual) is required. This program is not open to Indian subsidiaries of foreign companies.
Highlights
- Grant funding of up to ₹50L for early-stage startups.
- Sector-agnostic: open to startups from any industry.
- Requires DPIIT registration and minimum 51% Indian promoter shareholding.
- Minimum three-month association with Amity Innovation Incubator required.
- Program aims to make startups eligible for angel/VC funding or commercial loans.
- Apply online via the official portal.
Who can apply
To apply, your startup must be an early-stage venture with initial market traction. It must be registered in India and hold a DPIIT registration. The startup should have been associated with Amity Innovation Incubator for at least three months (either physically or virtually). Indian promoters must hold at least 51% of the shareholding. The program is not available for Indian subsidiaries of foreign companies.
NIDHI-Seed Support System (SSS) at Amity Innovation Incubator 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-Seed Support System (SSS) at Amity Innovation Incubator closed on 22 Sept 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 up to ₹50L in grant funding. In addition to financial support, the program provides tailored mentorship to help ventures accelerate growth and become investment-ready for angels, VCs, or bank loans.
About the provider
NIDHI-Seed Support System (SSS) at Amity Innovation Incubator is offered by Amity Innovation Incubator, an academic institution. It is delivered directly by Amity Innovation Incubator 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-Seed Support System (SSS) at Amity Innovation Incubator, 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-Seed Support System (SSS) at Amity Innovation Incubator is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹50L. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
How much funding is offered under NIDHI-SSS at Amity Innovation Incubator?
The program offers grant funding of up to ₹50L.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline for applications is 2025-09-22.
Which startups are eligible to apply?
Early-stage startups that are registered in India, have DPIIT registration, demonstrate initial market traction, have at least 51% Indian promoter shareholding, and have been associated with Amity Innovation Incubator for a minimum of three months (physical or virtual).
Is the program sector-specific?
No, the program is sector-agnostic, meaning startups from any industry can apply.
Do I need DPIIT or MSME registration?
DPIIT registration is required. MSME registration is not mentioned as a requirement.
Does the program take equity in my startup?
The funding is a grant, so no equity is taken.
What documents are typically needed for the application?
The specific document list is not provided, but you will likely need proof of DPIIT registration, company incorporation, shareholding pattern, and evidence of incubator association. Check the official website for details.
How do I apply?
Applications are submitted through the official portal at https://nidhisss.amityincubator.com/.
Can foreign companies or subsidiaries apply?
No, the program is not open to Indian subsidiaries of foreign companies. Only Indian-registered startups with at least 51% Indian promoter shareholding are eligible.
What is the purpose of the funding?
The funding is intended to help startups progress further in their journey and become eligible to raise investments from angel investors, venture capitalists, or secure loans from commercial banks and financial institutions.
Who offers NIDHI-Seed Support System (SSS) at Amity Innovation Incubator?
NIDHI-Seed Support System (SSS) at Amity Innovation Incubator is offered by Amity Innovation Incubator, an academic institution. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.
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