Scheme for assistance for Start Ups/ Innovation: Assistance to Enroll and Participate for Acceleration Program
The "Scheme for Assistance for Start Ups/ Innovation" under the Gujarat Industrial Policy, aims to drive economic growth by generating jobs, fostering competition, and introducing next-gen solutions.
About the Scheme for assistance for Start Ups/ Innovation: Assistance to Enroll and Participate for Acceleration Program Scheme
The "Scheme for Assistance for Start Ups/ Innovation" is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat under the Gujarat Industrial Policy. Effective from August 7th, 2020 to August 6th, 2025, it aims to drive economic growth by generating jobs, fostering competition, and introducing next-gen solutions.
The component "Assistance to Enroll and Participate for Acceleration Program", provides financial assistance to startups to enroll and participate in nationally or internationally recognized acceleration programs. This initiative is designed to support innovative projects across all sectors, enabling startups to access advanced resources, mentorship, and opportunities for growth.
Benefits
- Financial Support: Startups can receive financial assistance of up to ₹3,00,000/- to participate in acceleration programs.
Eligibility Criteria
- Any individual or group of individuals with an innovative idea or concept, recommended by an approved Nodal Institution, is eligible.
- The scheme is open to startups in any sector or branch of science, technology, engineering, agriculture, healthcare, etc., making it sector-agnostic.
> Note: Startups availing benefits under the Student Startup and Innovation Policy (SSIP) are also eligible.
How to Apply for Scheme for assistance for Start Ups/ Innovation: Assistance to Enroll and Participate for Acceleration Program
Application mode: Online
> Registration Process:
Step 1: Visit the online portal and click on the "Register" button, located at the top right corner.
Step 2: Enter Email ID and click on Next button. Verify the details and click on "Submit" to get registered on portal.
Step 3: Upon login, fill in the details on Common Application Form. Click on "Sign Up".
> Application Process:
Step 1: Visit the online portal and click on Login button. Enter Registered Email ID and Password and click on the "Sign In" button
Step 2: In "Dashboard" section fill in all the required details.
Step 3: Click on Apply Now Icon located at Dashboard of User.
Step 4: From the list Select the Scheme and Fill the Application details.
> Contact Us:
Startup Gujarat Cell
Office of Industries Commissionerate
Block No: 1, 3rd Floor, Udhyog Bhavan, Sector: 11, Gandhinagar - 382010 Gujarat, INDIA.
079-23252588 / 1800-233-0616
icstup@gujarat.gov.in
Exclusions
- Entities formed by splitting or restructuring an existing business are not considered startups under this scheme.
- Startups availing benefits under other startup schemes of the Government of Gujarat are ineligible.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Scheme for assistance for Start Ups/ Innovation: Assistance to Enroll and Participate for Acceleration Program scheme?
The "Scheme for Assistance for Start Ups/ Innovation" is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat under the Gujarat Industrial Policy. Effective from August 7th, 2020 to August 6th, 2025, it aims to drive economic grow…
Who is eligible for Scheme for assistance for Start Ups/ Innovation: Assistance to Enroll and Participate for Acceleration Program?
Any individual or group of individuals with an innovative idea or concept, recommended by an approved Nodal Institution, is eligible. The scheme is open to startups in any sector or branch of science, technology, engineering, agriculture, healthcare, etc., making it sector-agnostic. > Note: Star…
What benefits does Scheme for assistance for Start Ups/ Innovation: Assistance to Enroll and Participate for Acceleration Program provide?
Financial Support: Startups can receive financial assistance of up to ₹3,00,000/- to participate in acceleration programs.
How can I apply for Scheme for assistance for Start Ups/ Innovation: Assistance to Enroll and Participate for Acceleration Program?
> Registration Process: Step 1: Visit the online portal and click on the "Register" button, located at the top right corner. Step 2: Enter Email ID and click on Next button. Verify the details and click on "Submit" to get registered on portal. Step 3: Upon log…
Source: official scheme details published on the Government of India's myScheme portal. Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official portal before applying. Scheme rules can change.
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