MeitY GENESIS Pilot 2.0 is a grant from MeitY Startup Hub (MSH), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, via GENESIS implementing agencies for dPIIT-recognised startups, 1 to 5 years old, incorporated in a Tier-II or Tier-III city, with at least 51% Indian founder shareholding,…. It provides Up to ₹40 L. The current deadline is 30 October 2026.
Key facts
| Amount / benefit | Up to ₹40 L |
|---|---|
| Provider | MeitY Startup Hub (MSH), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, via GENESIS implementing agencies |
| Where | Pan-India |
| Stage | Early Revenue, Prototype |
| Deadline | 30 October 2026 |
What is MeitY GENESIS Pilot 2.0?
MeitY GENESIS Pilot 2.0 — Up to ₹40 lakh, based on the verified cost of delivering the pilot PO/WO, in return for equity (capped at 3% of fully diluted post-money) allotted to the implementing agency on behalf of MSH — DPIIT-recognised startups, 1 to 5 years old, incorporated in a Tier-II or Tier-III city, with at least 51% Indian founder shareholding, an MVP, one full-time founder and a pilot purchase/work order of ₹1 lakh to ₹1 crore from an independent eligible pilot partner. It is run by MeitY Startup Hub (MSH), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, via GENESIS implementing agencies.
The support is delivered through the programme’s own structure, and the form it takes is set by the issuing authority. The amount and form of support that actually apply to you depend on the programme’s rules and how your application is assessed — they are not fixed for every applicant.
Like most government programmes, it has its own eligibility conditions, documentation and application window, and these terms are revised from time to time. Because of that, it is worth confirming the current eligibility, amount and deadline on the official programme page before you invest time in applying.
Who is eligible for MeitY GENESIS Pilot 2.0?
DPIIT-recognised startups, 1 to 5 years old, incorporated in a Tier-II or Tier-III city, with at least 51% Indian founder shareholding, an MVP, one full-time founder and a pilot purchase/work order of ₹1 lakh to ₹1 crore from an independent eligible pilot partner. Not for: Startups in Tier-I cities; startups already supported under TIDE 2.0 (Scale-up), SAMRIDH or the GENESIS Investment component; cumulative revenue above ₹1.5 crore..
How much does MeitY GENESIS Pilot 2.0 give, and in what form?
Up to ₹40 L.
Frequently asked questions
Who runs this programme?
MeitY GENESIS Pilot 2.0 is offered by MeitY Startup Hub (MSH), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, via GENESIS implementing agencies. Eligibility and approval rest with them; the criteria and amounts are set by the programme.
Is there a deadline to apply?
The programme lists a deadline of 2026-10-30. Government timelines can change, so confirm the current date on the official programme page before you apply.
How do I know if I’m eligible?
Read “Who can apply” above for the programme’s own criteria. If you’d like a quick read on your specific case, our free 2-minute eligibility check maps your stage, sector and revenue to what you can realistically claim.
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Source and verification
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