March 1, 2026

Startupshala

  • Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has launched ‘StartupShala’ flagship accelerator program for startups to encourage investments, networking and mentorship.
  • ‘StartupShala’ – Startup India’s Accelerator Program, is a 3-month long accelerator program for early-stage startups to provide them access to knowledge, network, funds, and guidance required to scale up.
  • Each cohort of the program will be focused on a particular sector, the first one being CleanTech and 20 startups per cohort will be handpicked by experts through an open call for application.
  • Interested startups can apply through the Start-Up India Hub.
  • Eligibility
    • It should be a DPIIT-recognised startup.
    • It is important for the startup to work in the sustainability sector.
    • The startup should be a growth stage startup which is ready to scale.
    • The startup should be generating revenue with market ready solutions in the form of its products and services.

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