SEED SUPPORT SCHEME
The NIDHI- SSS Entrepreneurs-in-Residence (EIR) Program is an initiative under the NIDHI (National Initiative for Developing and Harnessing Innovations) umbrella, designed to nurture knowledge-based and technology-driven ideas into successful startups.
The program aims to inspire talented individuals to become entrepreneurs by minimizing risks, providing financial support, and offering mentorship from successful entrepreneurs. It also helps innovators refine their business strategies, build industry networks, and gain access to co-working spaces to develop their ideas into market-ready products.
About
NIDHI - SSS
Who should Apply?
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Commitment
To be eligible, applicants must be Indian citizens with startup ideas in the ideation or early-stage development phase.
02
Funding Status
This program does not cater to already funded startups or well-established ventures. It is designed for early-stage startups.
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Full-time Engagement
Entrepreneurs must be dedicated to pursuing technology-driven business ideas and committed to full-time engagement with their startups.
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Evaluation Criteria
Applicants will be evaluated based on their commitment to full-time engagement, innovative tech focus, and early-stage development status.
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Meet Your Mentors
Industry veterans and academic experts committed to your success
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Prof Abhilash Nair
Finance Faculty, IIMK
Ajay Kelkar
Co-Founder, HansaCequity
Prof Rajesh S U
Professor, IIMK LIVE
Chandu Nair
Angel Investor
Revant Bhate
CEO, Mosaic Wellness
Dr. Harikrishnan S
CGM, Cochin Shipyard
Sheeba D Mello
Principal, Axilor Ventures
Prof G Sridhar
Marketing Faculty, IIMK
Anish S
CEO, Mosaic Wellness
Prof Keyoor Purani
Faculty,
Marketing Management area IIMK
Rajesh Kumar
Co-Founder,
Focus Academy For Career Enhancement
Prof Rajesh S Upadhyayula
Executive Director, IIMK LIVE & Faculty Strategic Management IIMK