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NIDHI-Entrepreneur-in-Residence (NIDHI-EIR)

Department of Science and Technology (DST) / NSTEDB

About This Scheme

Status: active. A fellowship-style support system under DST's NIDHI programme to reduce the risk for potential entrepreneurs by providing a monthly stipend while they work from a Technology Business Incubator (TBI) to validate and develop their venture idea, along with mentoring, infrastructure access and industry connections.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Individual innovators/researchers/entrepreneurs hosted at a Technology Business Incubator (TBI)
  • Eligible stage: idea

Benefits

Monthly financial support of Rs 10,000 to Rs 30,000 for up to 12 months to individuals pursuing entrepreneurship from a Technology Business Incubator.

How to Apply

  • Applications accepted on a rolling basis
  • Apply via the official portal: https://nidhi.dst.gov.in/nidhieir/

Quick Info

Amount / Funding
Rs 10,000 to Rs 30,000 per month for up to 12 months (stipend/fellowship)
State / Region
All India
Ministry / Dept
Department of Science and Technology (DST) / NSTEDB
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