Can full-time students apply?

Yes. Full-time UG and PG students are explicitly eligible.

What sectors are covered?

Deeptech, ICT (Information and Communication Technology), and ESDM (Electronic System Design & Manufacturing).

How long does the evaluation process take?

Typically involves an initial screening followed by a pitching round before onboarding — usually 4 to 8 weeks.

Is this equity-dilutive?

No. GENESIS EiR 2.0 provides grant funding, not equity investment.

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Overview

GENESIS EiR 2.0 is an early-stage innovation support programme by MeitY designed to fast-track student innovators and founders at the ideation-to-prototype stage. It blends financial assistance with mentorship, infrastructure access, and investor readiness support — making it one of the most comprehensive early-stage programmes in the Indian deep-tech ecosystem.

Key features

Grant up to ₹10 Lakhs for ideation, validation, and prototype development
Expert mentorship from industry practitioners and domain experts
Ecosystem access — incubators, labs, and technology infrastructure
Skill development and investor readiness support
Targeted at Deeptech, ICT, and ESDM sectors

Eligibility

Indian citizen, 18 years or above
Full-time UG/PG students or DPIIT-registered startup founders
Startup at ideation, validation, or prototype stage
If incorporated: must be a Pvt Ltd or LLP
Should not have received significant prior government funding for the same idea

Benefits

Up to ₹10 Lakhs non-dilutive grant
Expert mentorship and technical guidance
Access to incubator infrastructure and resources
Investor readiness and pitch preparation support
Credibility of a MeitY-backed programme

Required documents

✓DPIIT Registration Certificate (if applicable)
✓Educational certificates (for student applicants)
✓Business plan or pitch deck
✓Proof of Indian citizenship (Aadhaar / PAN)
✓Prototype details or ideation summary

Application process

1
Check eligibility
Confirm you are in Deeptech, ICT, or ESDM and at ideation/validation/prototype stage.
2
Prepare application
Put together your pitch deck, business plan, and supporting documents.
3
Apply online
Submit through the official GENESIS EiR 2.0 application portal during the open window.
4
Screening & pitching
Shortlisted applicants are invited to pitch before an expert evaluation panel.
5
Onboarding & disbursement
Selected founders are onboarded to the programme; grant disbursed in milestones.

Common pitfalls

!Missing the application window — deadlines are strict
!Applying without a clear innovation angle (pure service businesses are not a fit)
!Weak pitch deck with no defined problem-solution fit
!Not being incorporated as Pvt Ltd or LLP if required at time of application

FAQs

Up to ₹10 Lakhs in grant funding, disbursed milestone-linked.

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