Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)
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Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)

Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) is a government body with 12 startup funding programmes on startupfunds. Browse every opportunity below, with eligibility, amounts and how to apply.

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Quick answer

Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) runs 12 startup funding programs listed on startupfunds, spanning grant, subsidy and equity funding ₹4L – ₹10Cr. 10 are accepting applications right now.

Programs listed
12 (10 open now)
Funding types
Grant · Subsidy · Equity
Funding amount
₹4L – ₹10Cr
Provider type
Government body
Sectors funded
saas & software, biotech & health and deeptech
Eligible stage
idea-stage and prototype / mvp
Geography
Startups registered in India
Equity-free
Some programs take no equity

About Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) is a central government ministry in India. It operates through its dedicated platform, the MeitY Startup Hub, which can be accessed at https://msh.meity.gov.in/.

MeitY focuses on fostering the growth of Indian technology startups. Through its various initiatives, it aims to support more than 3,600 tech startups, with funding commitments exceeding ₹212 crore.

The ministry manages several key programs and schemes that provide funding and support. These include:

  • SAMRIDH
  • TIDE 2.0
  • GENESIS
  • NGIS
  • The Zero Equity Incubation Program, which offers grant funding.

What Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) funds

Filters that match Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)'s programs — tap one to see every grant in that category.

GovernmentUnder ₹50 Lakh₹1 Crore+Under ₹10 LakhEquity-FreeIdea-StagePrototype / MVPSaaS & SoftwareBiotech & HealthDeeptech

Active programs from Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)

Grant
₹4L – ₹7LRange

MeitY Startup Hub - TIDE 2.0 Scheme

under TIDE 2.0 (Technology Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs) · by Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)

TIDE 2.0 is a MeitY scheme that provides grants of ₹4L–₹7L to tech startups in IoT, AI, Blockchain, etc., via incubation centers across India.

GovernmentUnder ₹10 Lakh
Rolling
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Past & closed programs

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

Grant
₹40LUp to

MeitY GENESIS PILOT Program

by Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)

MeitY GENESIS PILOT provides up to ₹40L grant for tech startups from Tier-II/III cities to run real-world pilots with corporates.

GovernmentUnder ₹50 Lakh
Closed (10 Nov 2025)
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Frequently asked questions

What founders ask about funding from Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).

How many funding programs does Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) offer?
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) currently lists 12 startup funding programs on startupfunds, of which 10 are open to applications right now. New cohorts are added as Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) announces them.
What type of funding does Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) provide?
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) backs startups through grant, subsidy and equity funding, and some of its programs are equity-free (no equity is taken in return). Funding is typically ₹4L – ₹10Cr.
How much funding can a startup get from Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)?
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)'s programs offer ₹4L – ₹10Cr. The exact amount depends on the specific program, stage and your startup's needs.
Who is eligible for Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) funding?
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)'s programs are open to startups registered in India, typically at the idea-stage and prototype / mvp stage, across saas & software, biotech & health and deeptech. Each program lists its own eligibility — check the one you're interested in below.
How do I apply to Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) programs?
Pick the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) 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 Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)'s official channels; you can also reach their official site from the top of this page.

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