Startup Manipur - Idea Stage Grant
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Quick Answer
Startup Manipur Idea Stage Grant offers up to ₹3,00,000 in two installments with incubation support for innovative ideas from Manipur domiciles. The scheme is currently closed (last application dat…
- Funding amount
- ₹1.5 Lakhs – ₹3 Lakhs
- Funding type
- Grant
- Provider
- Government of Manipur
- Application deadline
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- Eligible stage
- Idea
- Location
- Manipur
Results & next round
Applications for this round are closed. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by Government of Manipur. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this grant
Startup Manipur offers a grant of Rs. 3.00 lakhs, provided in two installments of Rs. 1.5 Lakh each, to individuals or teams with innovative and scalable business ideas. Selected applicants will also undergo an incubation and mentorship program of up to three months.
Eligibility
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Grant providers
The Government of Manipur launched its Startup Manipur initiative under the Manipur Startup Policy 2018 to foster technology-based entrepreneurship across the state. The policy aims to strengthen startup culture by setting up incubation centres, providing financial support, and…
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- Amount
- ₹1.5 Lakhs – ₹3 Lakhs
- Fund type
- Grant
What You Get
Selected applicants receive a grant of up to ₹3,00,000, disbursed in two installments of ₹1,50,000 each, along with a 3-month incubation and mentorship program.
How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
- 1
Draft your application
Answer the form inside the grant tracker — AI drafts each response using your past answers, so you're not starting from a blank page.
- 2
Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
- 3
Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the Idea Stage Grant?
Any individual or group of individuals with an innovative idea/concept who are domiciles of Manipur by birth and above 18 years of age.
How much funding is provided?
The grant is up to ₹3,00,000, paid in two installments of ₹1,50,000 each.
Is incubation included?
Yes, selected applicants undergo an incubation and mentorship program of up to three months.
Can I apply if I have already been selected in a previous stage of Startup Manipur?
No. Previously selected Revenue Stage, Stand Up Stage, Idea Stage, and ESS Stage beneficiaries are not eligible to apply for the Idea Stage Grant.
How many applications can I submit?
Each applicant can submit only one application. Multiple applications will be rejected.
What was the last application date?
The last date for submission was 30th April 2018. The scheme is currently closed.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
