NIDHI Seed Support Program (NIDHI-SSP)

NIDHI Seed Support Program (NIDHI-SSP) is a government startup scheme in New Delhi, India. DST seed funding for startups at DST-backed incubators: an incubator can receive up to INR 1000 lakh and give a startup up to INR 100 lakh. Startups apply to a participating incubator, which runs its own calls.

What it offers

• “For Startups/Entrepreneurs: The maximum support that will be given to a deserving startup is up to INR 100 lakh.” — nidhi.dst.gov.in
• “For Incubators/TBIs: The maximum financial support that will be made available to an incubator is INR 1000 lakh, which will be released in phases according to the needs, capacity, and capabilities of the incubator, following a proper process.” — nidhi.dst.gov.in
• “Provide early-stage investment through a maximum financial support of ₹ 1000 lakh (made available to an incubator) and ₹ 100 lakh per start-up as Seed Support” — pib.gov.in

Who can apply

• “Innovators and startups can apply to one of the listed Startup Incubators/ Technology Business Incubators (TBIs)” — nidhi.dst.gov.in
• “The Startup Incubators/ TBIs announce periodic calls for applications, and innovators and startups are encouraged to visit the website of Startup Incubators regularly to stay informed about these calls.” — nidhi.dst.gov.in

Stages

Seed

How to apply

Apply or read the rules on the official site.

About this listing

TrustList compiled this listing from NIDHI Seed Support Program (NIDHI-SSP)'s official pages in September 2026. The quotes above are its own words. Amounts, deadlines and eligibility rules change, so check the official site before you rely on them.