GENESIS-EIR 3.0 Opens Applications for DeepTech Startups from Tier-II and Tier-III Cities

Applications have opened for GENESIS-EIR 3.0, an Entrepreneur-in-Residence programme aimed at supporting early-stage DeepTech innovators and startups from Tier-II and Tier-III cities.

The programme is focused on entrepreneurs working in Electronics, Information Technology (IT), Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and DeepTech. It is backed by the MeitY Startup Hub and the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).

Up to ₹10 lakh support for selected founders

Under GENESIS-EIR 3.0, selected founders can receive financial support of up to ₹10 lakh, along with access to industry mentorship and support for developing their products and minimum viable products (MVPs).

The programme also offers incubation and business growth support to help early-stage founders strengthen their ventures and move their technology ideas towards commercialisation.

Programme targets emerging startup ecosystems

The initiative places particular emphasis on founders from Tier-II and Tier-III cities, where entrepreneurs can face challenges in accessing funding, experienced mentors, product development resources and established startup networks.

By connecting DeepTech innovators with an organised support ecosystem, GENESIS-EIR 3.0 aims to help founders develop their ideas and build technology-driven businesses from emerging startup locations.

AIC-RNTU Foundation to be selected as first preference

Applicants have been advised to select AIC-RNTU Foundation as their first preference while submitting their applications for the programme.

The initiative is expected to provide selected entrepreneurs with access to mentorship, incubation and other resources during the early stages of building their ventures.

Applications now open for GENESIS-EIR 3.0

Entrepreneurs and early-stage startups working in the eligible technology sectors can apply through the programme's online application portal. Apply for GENESIS-EIR 3.0

The programme comes as India's startup ecosystem continues to expand beyond major metropolitan centres, creating opportunities for innovators in smaller cities to access funding, mentorship and institutional support for building DeepTech ventures.