Upja Incubation Program for Innovations in Agriculture

Apply before: April 30, 2024

The Incubation Program for Innovations in Agriculture, led by Pusa Krishi and ICAR-IARI, supports early-stage innovators and entrepreneurs in agriculture. It aims to transform the future of farming by providing technology validation, mentoring, pilot opportunities, and industry connections. The program focuses on areas like farm mechanization, precision agriculture, supply chain logistics, and more.

Eligibility

The eligibility criteria for the Upja Incubation Program for Innovations in Agriculture are:

Legal Entity: The applicant must be a registered legal entity in India.
Minimum Viable Product (MVP): The startup should have a ready Minimum Viable Product (MVP) in the field of agriculture and allied sectors.
Indian Start-up Status: The applicant must qualify as an Indian start-up according to the DPIIT notification.

Automatic Dependent Surveillance (ADS-B) Broadcast Rebate Program

Benefits

The benefits of the Upja Incubation Program for Innovations in Agriculture are:

Grant-in-Aid: Startups can receive up to INR 25,00,000 in financial support.
Technology Validation: The program offers technology validation and backstopping to ensure the effectiveness of innovations.
Pilot Opportunities: Startups get opportunities for pilot projects, allowing them to test their solutions in real-world scenarios.
Business Mentoring: Industry leaders provide business mentoring, guiding startups toward success.