SAMRIDH Scheme 2026: Up to ₹40 Lakh Funding for Startups, Eligibility & How to Apply
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Quick answer
The SAMRIDH scheme provides IT-based startups with up to ₹40 lakh in government funding alongside matching private investment and accelerator mentorship. Accelerators registered as Section 8 companies or societies receive operational grants to support cohorts. Eligible startups and accelerators can apply online through the official MeitY Startup Hub portal.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Up to ₹40 lakh investment for startups |
| Ministry / department | Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology |
| Level | Central Government |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
Launched by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), the Startup Accelerators of MeitY for Product Innovation, Development & Growth (SAMRIDH) scheme scales promising tech ventures across India. The programme partners with established accelerators to offer tailored coaching, product refinement, customer access, and global investor linkages. By combining government seed funding with private capital matching, SAMRIDH helps early-stage IT enterprises commercialise innovations and expand into domestic and international markets.
Benefits
- Government investment of up to ₹40 lakh per beneficiary startup (with an average of ₹30 lakh per startup per cohort).
- Equal matching private investment of up to ₹40 lakh provided by the accelerator or investor based on valuation and growth stage.
- Comprehensive acceleration services including customer connects, investor networks, capacity building, and internationalisation support.
- Operational grant of ₹2 lakh per startup, up to a maximum of ₹20 lakh per cohort, provided to accelerators to deliver customised acceleration programmes.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Startups must be IT-based with potential for growth and scaling.
- Accelerators must be not-for-profit organisations registered as a Section 8 company under the Companies Act 2013 or as a Society under the Societies Registration Act.
Documents required
- Certificate of Incorporation or Registration
- DPIIT Startup Recognition Certificate (if applicable)
- Detailed Business Plan or Project Proposal
- Pitch Deck or Startup Profile
- Financial Details and Funding Requirements
How to apply
- 1Visit the official MeitY Startup Hub portal at msh.meity.gov.in.
- 2Navigate to the Startups section and choose the register option to set up a new account.
- 3Enter personal and contact information including name, mobile number, and email address to create login credentials.
- 4Log in to the portal using your registered email address and password.
- 5Complete and update the startup profile with all required enterprise information.
- 6Select the SAMRIDH scheme from the list of available programmes and opportunities.
- 7Fill in the online application form and upload the prescribed documents.
- 8Review all entered details and submit the application while recording the reference number for tracking.
Frequently asked questions
What is the primary objective of the SAMRIDH scheme?+
The scheme aims to support IT-based startups with funding, mentorship, customer connects, and investor linkages through partnered accelerators.
How much financial investment can a startup receive under SAMRIDH?+
A startup can receive government investment of up to ₹40 lakh, with an average of ₹30 lakh per cohort, alongside an equal matching private investment of up to ₹40 lakh.
Who is eligible to apply as an accelerator under the scheme?+
Not-for-profit organisations registered as a Section 8 company under the Companies Act 2013 or as a Society under the Societies Registration Act are eligible.
What support is provided directly to accelerators?+
Accelerators receive ₹2 lakh per startup up to a cap of ₹20 lakh per cohort to provide tailored acceleration services.
What types of startups are eligible under SAMRIDH?+
The scheme specifically targets IT-based and technology-focused startups with high growth and scaling potential.
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