What is the funding amount under GENESIS EiR 2.0?

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

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

This guide is tailored for applicants in Baddi. 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.

Why it matters

Local support in Baddi: Infotree's consultants understand the local business ecosystem and help Baddi-based founders, MSMEs and entrepreneurs apply with confidence.

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

Yes. GENESIS EiR 2.0 are open to eligible applicants based in Baddi. Infotree Services Private Limited helps Baddi startups, founders, MSMEs and entrepreneurs check eligibility, prepare the project report and pitch deck, and file the application end-to-end.

Conclusion

For businesses and entrepreneurs in Baddi, Infotree Services Private Limited can guide your GENESIS EiR 2.0 application from eligibility to disbursement.

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