Early-stage startups
Are you a startup with a product or service ready for deployment? GIA is inviting early-stage startups to enroll in our exclusive accelerator program through the ‘Grand Challenge’ and ‘Call for Entries’ initiatives. We’re looking for startups beyond the idea phase, with a proof-of-concept (POC) or early revenue (under Rs 1 crore annually), addressing real challenges in agriculture, transportation/infrastructure, and livelihoods/skills.
| Funding Program | Indicative Amount | Purpose |
| NIDHI Prayas | INR 10 Lakhs | Prototype development and validation |
Select the districts you’re interested in from the options below.
The deadline for application form is 20th December 2024, 23:59:59
Growth-stage startups
GIA invites revenue-generating startups (over Rs 1 crore annually) to participate in a unique initiative aimed at tackling real-world challenges in agriculture, transportation/infrastructure, and livelihoods/skills. This is an opportunity for market-ready startups that:
- Have solutions addressing specific Problem Statements identified through sectoral consultations
- Provide innovative products/services that meet pressing needs in these sectors.
Funding Program
Indicative Amount
Purpose
NIDHI SSS
INR 50 Lakhs
Scaling operations and market expansion
Select the districts you’re interested in from the options below.
The deadline for application form is 20th December 2024, 23:59:59
Timeline
Sl.no. | Activity | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Launch : Call for Proposals | November 20, 2024 |
| 2 | Close : Call for Proposals | December 20, 2024 |
| 3 | Level 1 - Screening | December 23, 2024 |
| 4 | Level 2 - Screening | January 7, 2025 |
| 5 | Due Diligence and Equity Negotiation | January 14, 2025 |
| 6 | Admin Approval ( Fund Disbursement) | February 27, 2025 |
| 7 | Project Commencement | March 3, 2025 |
| (24 Weeks) | ||
| 8 | Demo Day & Showcase (Remaining Funds Disbursement) | June 30, 2025 |