The Venture Center is inviting applications for the NIDHI Seed Support Scheme (NIDHI-SSS), a funding programme designed to support promising deep-tech startups in advancing their technologies towards validation, commercialization, and market adoption.
Program Focus and Offerings
• Focus Areas: The programme concentrates on technology validation, piloting, commercialization, and market readiness.
• Financial Support: Offers equity investment of up to ₹50 lakh, with the possibility of up to ₹1 crore in exceptional cases.
• Ecosystem Benefits: Startups gain access to Venture Center’s translational innovation ecosystem, which includes mentorship, technical guidance, strategic inputs, and a network of experts to aid in their commercialization journey.
Eligibility and Application Details
• Eligibility Criteria: Applications are currently open exclusively to startups associated with Venture Center under any of their incubation and support programmes.
• Application Deadline: Eligible startups are encouraged to submit their applications by July 19, 2026, to be considered for the programme.
For more information, visit Venture Center.