IIMA Ventures
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IIMA Ventures

IIMA Ventures is an academic institution with 10 startup funding programmes on startupfunds. Browse every opportunity below, with eligibility, amounts and how to apply.

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Quick answer

IIMA Ventures runs 10 startup funding programs listed on startupfunds, spanning grant, competition and equity funding ₹45L – ₹3.7Cr. 7 are accepting applications right now.

Programs listed
10 (7 open now)
Funding types
Grant · Competition · Equity
Funding amount
₹45L – ₹3.7Cr
Provider type
Academic institution
Sectors funded
saas & software, space & defence, fintech and social impact
Eligible stage
idea-stage, prototype / mvp and revenue-stage
Geography
Startups registered in India
Equity-free
Some programs take no equity

About IIMA Ventures

IIMA Ventures is an Academic funding provider. Its official website is https://iimaventures.com.

This organisation offers equity funding to Indian startups.

It runs several programs designed to support various sectors. These include:

  • The "Women's Economic Empowerment" program, which provides equity funding from ₹45L.
  • The "Bharat Inclusion Initiative by IIMA Ventures", also offering equity funding from ₹45L.
  • The "IIMA Ventures Aerospace & Defence Acceleration Fund", which provides equity funding up to ₹3.7Cr.

What IIMA Ventures funds

Filters that match IIMA Ventures's programs — tap one to see every grant in that category.

Under ₹50 LakhEquity-FreeCompetitionIdea-StagePrototype / MVPSaaS & SoftwareStudent EntrepreneursSpace & Defence₹1 Crore+FintechSocial ImpactRevenue-StageAgritechUnder ₹10 Lakh

Active programs from IIMA Ventures

Past & closed programs

Recently closed — many run again, so they're worth tracking for the next cohort.

Frequently asked questions

What founders ask about funding from IIMA Ventures.

How many funding programs does IIMA Ventures offer?
IIMA Ventures currently lists 10 startup funding programs on startupfunds, of which 7 are open to applications right now. New cohorts are added as IIMA Ventures announces them.
What type of funding does IIMA Ventures provide?
IIMA Ventures backs startups through grant, competition and equity funding, and some of its programs are equity-free (no equity is taken in return). Funding is typically ₹45L – ₹3.7Cr.
How much funding can a startup get from IIMA Ventures?
IIMA Ventures's programs offer ₹45L – ₹3.7Cr. The exact amount depends on the specific program, stage and your startup's needs.
Who is eligible for IIMA Ventures funding?
IIMA Ventures's programs are open to startups registered in India, typically at the idea-stage, prototype / mvp and revenue-stage stage, across saas & software, space & defence and fintech. Each program lists its own eligibility — check the one you're interested in below.
How do I apply to IIMA Ventures programs?
Pick the IIMA Ventures program you're interested in from the list below to see its eligibility, funding amount, deadline and step-by-step how-to-apply guide. Applications are submitted through IIMA Ventures's official channels; you can also reach their official site from the top of this page.

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