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PDEU IIC NIDHI Seed Support Program (NIDHI SSP)

Seed funding support for technology-driven Indian startups to accelerate product development and commercialization.

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Funding amount
Up to INR 100 Lakhs
Scheme
DST NIDHI Seed Support Program (NIDHI SSP)
Open for
Open to eligible Indian startups., Applicants should have completed a minimum of three months of association with PDEU IIC through resident or virtual incubation., Applications are accepted through the PDEU IIC application portal.
Deadline
Applications Open

About the Program

The NIDHI Seed Support Program (NIDHI SSP) at PDEU Innovation & Incubation Center is an initiative of the National Science & Technology Entrepreneurship Development Board (NSTEDB), Department of Science & Technology, Government of India. The program provides seed funding to technology-driven startups for proof of concept, prototype development, product trials, market entry, commercialization, and early business growth. In addition to financial assistance, startups receive mentoring on business models, strategy, and market development.

Eligibility requirements

  • Company registered in India.
  • Preferably DPIIT registered or applied.
  • Minimum three months of incubation with PDEU IIC.
  • Validated Unique Selling Proposition (USP) and customer value proposition.
  • Minimum 51% shareholding held by Indian promoters.
  • Indian subsidiaries of foreign companies are not eligible.
  • Startups that have already received NIDHI SSP support from another incubator are not eligible.
  • Preference will be given to startups that have not received funding from Government of India or State Government bodies.

Offerings / Benefits

  • Seed funding support up to INR 100 Lakhs.
  • Average investment ticket size of approximately INR 25 Lakhs.
  • Funding for proof of concept, prototype development, product trials, market entry, and commercialization.
  • Business mentoring and strategic guidance.
  • Access to PDEU Innovation & Incubation Center ecosystem and mentors.

Sectors supported

Technology-based product startups across all sectors.Sector AgnosticAgri, Food & RuralAI, SaaS & Enterprise TechClimate, Energy & EVCommerce, D2C & Consumer BrandsConsumer Apps & MarketplacesDeepTech, Electronics & RoboticsTravel & TourismSpace, Drone & DefenseManufacturing & IndustrialLogistics & MobilityHealth, Pharma & BiotechGaming, Media & Web3FinTechEdTech & Social Impact

Selection process

  • Online application.
  • Eligibility screening.
  • Technical and business evaluation.
  • Investment committee review.
  • Funding released based on approved milestones.

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