Startup Odisha
MSME Department, Government of Odisha
Nodal agency under the MSME Department of the Government of Odisha, building the state's startup ecosystem through incubation subsidies, monthly founder allowances, and product development grants.
Startup Odisha at a glance
| Part of | MSME Department, Government of Odisha |
|---|---|
| Established | 2016 |
| Address | Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India |
| Programmes | 2 open calls right now |
| Official website | startupodisha.gov.in |
Programs by Startup Odisha
2 open now · 1 past · Filter all programs
About Startup Odisha
Startup Odisha is the nodal agency for building the startup and innovation ecosystem in Odisha, operating under the MSME Department of the Government of Odisha. Established through the Odisha Startup Policy in 2016, it provides a single-window clearance mechanism for startup registration and approvals. The program offers subsidised incubation space at up to 50 percent of monthly rental, a monthly founder allowance of 20,000 rupees (22,000 for women and SC/ST/SEBC/PH founders), and up to 16 lakh rupees for product development and marketing. Startup Odisha supports participation in national and international events through airfare subsidies and free stall space. Recent initiatives include the X-Change Programme for inter-ecosystem collaboration and Launchpad 2025 for capacity building among incubators. The network includes recognised incubators at institutions like IIM Sambalpur.
Who Benefits
Startups registered in Odisha, particularly first-generation entrepreneurs, women founders, and founders from socially disadvantaged categories. The program is designed for early-stage ventures that need financial support for living expenses, incubation space, product development, and market access within and beyond the state.
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Frequently asked questions about Startup Odisha
What does Startup Odisha do?
Startup Odisha is the nodal agency for building the startup and innovation ecosystem in Odisha, operating under the MSME Department of the Government of Odisha. Established through the Odisha Startup Policy in 2016, it provides a single-window clearance mechanism for startup registration and approvals.
Where is Startup Odisha located?
Startup Odisha is based in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.
What programs does Startup Odisha run?
Startup Odisha currently has 2 open programmes: Startup Odisha Monthly Allowance Scheme and Startup Odisha Product Development and Marketing/Publicity Assistance Scheme. 1 further programme has run in the past.
What sectors does Startup Odisha support?
Startup Odisha works with startups in Sector-Agnostic.
What stage of startup does Startup Odisha support?
Startup Odisha supports startups at the Ideation, Validation and Early Traction stages.
How do I apply to Startup Odisha?
Applications run through each programme's own call. Startup Odisha lists 2 open programmes — check the programme page for its deadline and eligibility, or apply via https://startupodisha.gov.in.
When was Startup Odisha founded?
Startup Odisha was founded in 2016. It operates as a government.
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