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Ubharte Sitaare Seed Support Programme (via SIIC, IIT Kanpur)

Offered by SIIC, IIT Kanpur

Overview

Ubharte Sitaare Seed Support Programme is a joint initiative between SIIC, IIT Kanpur and India Exim Bank, providing seed-stage equity funding to startups with export potential. The programme is part of the broader Ubharte Sitaare Programme, a national initiative supporting Indian companies with the potential to become successful exporters.

Eligibility

  • At least 51% Indian promoter shareholding
  • DPIIT-registered startup, or a winner/finalist of India's Innovation Challenge (iDEX) or an equivalent recognized program
  • Product at the development, validation, or early revenue stage with demonstrated export potential

Funding Purpose

Equity investment (via compulsorily convertible preference shares or compulsorily convertible debentures) ranging from INR 25 lakh to INR 1 crore per startup.

Application Process

Apply through SIIC, IIT Kanpur's official programme page; applications are reviewed jointly with India Exim Bank against export-readiness and eligibility criteria. The programme runs on a cohort basis with periodic application windows.

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How to Apply

  1. 1Click "Apply Now" above and submit your application directly on the official page.
  2. 2The offering organisation screens applications against its own eligibility criteria.
  3. 3Shortlisted applicants may be invited to a pitch or interview round.
  4. 4The final decision rests solely with the offering organisation.
  5. 5There is no guarantee of funding at any stage.

Before You Apply

  • ZeedFund is an independent tracker, not the offering organisation or a funding body.
  • Verify current eligibility, funding amount, and deadline on the official page before applying. Details can change after we last verified them.
  • Once you apply, all follow-up (screening updates, interview or pitch invites, and the final decision) comes directly from the facilitator, incubator, or investor, never from ZeedFund. Check their application portal or email yourself for status updates; we won't have visibility into it.