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TIDE 2.0
TIDE 2.0 - Technology Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs
Last checked 11 Oct 2026 against the official scheme page. Terms and dates can change, so confirm on the official site before you apply.
Up to Rs 4 lakh (idea to PoC), Rs 7 lakh (prototype), Rs 40 lakh (product development/market)
Funding available
MeitY support for IT startups through incubators, giving EIR grants and investment from idea to market.
Eligibility Criteria
IT-based DPIIT-recognised startups, via MeitY-supported TIDE 2.0 incubators.
What You Get
- Grants, investment and incubation
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- Governing Body
- Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)
- Ministry / Dept
- MeitY
- Level
- Central Government
- Status
- Ongoing
Startup Stage
IdeationValidationEarly Revenue
Target Sectors
IT/Software
DPIIT Recognition Required
This scheme requires your startup to be DPIIT-recognised under the Startup India programme.
How to get DPIIT recognition →