Launching Ministry: Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE)
Primary Objective: Strengthen grassroots entrepreneurship and expand opportunities for innovators in emerging India
Target Regions: Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, rural areas, aspirational districts, and less developed regions
Application Deadline: July 5, 2026
Implementing Agencies: National Institute for Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development (NIESBUD) in partnership with Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer (FITT), IIT Delhi as technical knowledge partner
Priority Sectors: Agriculture Technology, Health Technology, Education Technology & Skill Development, Climate & Sustainability, Rural Commerce, and MSME Empowerment
Program Duration: One-year engagement program for selected innovators