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MANAGE-CIA Cohort 14 Innovation and Agri Entrepreneurship Program (India)

National Competition for the European Entrepreneurship Promotion Awards 2025 (Cyprus)

Deadline: 25-Oct-2025

The MANAGE-Centre for Innovation and Agripreneurship (MANAGE-CIA) is inviting applications from potential Agri-Startups, Students, and Agripreneurs under its Innovation and Agri Entrepreneurship program as part of the RKVY-RAFTAAR initiative by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.

The focus areas and priorities of the program include providing Idea stage grant-in-aid support up to Rs. 5.00 Lakh, Student Orientation Program grant-in-aid support up to Rs. 4.00 Lakh, and Seed Stage grant-in-aid support up to Rs. 25.00 Lakh respectively. These funds are aimed at developing prototypes, commercialization of products, and establishing agribusiness ventures. Selected participants will undergo a one-month comprehensive mentoring program and have the opportunity to present their idea, innovation, or startup for grant-in-aid support.

The program welcomes applications from Agri-Startups, Students, and Agripreneurs at various stages of their ventures, from idea and proof of concept to prototype development and commercialization. The mentorship includes comprehensive training, opportunity for product development support, and grant submission presentation. The deadline for online applications is 25 October 2025, by 11:59 pm, and no late submissions will be accepted. It is mandatory for selected applicants to attend the one-month training program. Only applicants who qualify through preliminary screening will be called for the selection process, and the committee’s decision is final.

To apply or inquire about the program, interested parties can contact the MANAGE office via phone or email during official hours. This initiative aims to foster agricultural innovation and entrepreneurship by supporting startups and individuals in the agribusiness ecosystem.

For more information, visit MANAGE-CIA.

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