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UP STARTUP MISSION · IDEAS INTO ACTION

Big ideas. Built in Uttar Pradesh.

Your idea deserves a clear next step. Discover startup support, connect with the ecosystem and prepare for your journey from prototype to market.

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Understand your options. Take your next step with confidence.
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UTTAR PRADESH STARTUP ECOSYSTEM

The ecosystem, at a glance

Published ecosystem figures. Information checked on 30 Oct 2026.

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24,840DPIIT-recognised startups88Recognised incubators7Centres of Excellence1,402Women-led startups
More published figures
3,952Startups registered on the reference portal
50+Universities & institutions
30Mentors in the published snapshot
₹146 Cr+Funds disbursed — published figure
15+SIDBI-registered AIFs

This is an administratively maintained snapshot, not a live data feed. State-reported counts and local directory records have different scopes.

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A STRONGER FOUNDATION FOR YOUR IDEAS

Driving growth through six strategic pillars

Discover the priorities shaping Uttar Pradesh’s startup ecosystem.

01

Infrastructure Development

Physical and virtual places to test, build and collaborate.

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02

Funding Support

Understand grants, investment-linked support and eligible expenses.

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03

Talent Development & Capacity Building

Skills, research, mentoring and entrepreneurial capability.

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04

Ecosystem Strengthening & Enablement

Clear processes, support institutions and accessible information.

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05

Industry Connect

Market access, industry collaboration and procurement guidance.

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06

Ecosystem Promotion

Outreach, events and visibility for innovation.

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AMBITION FINDS A HOME

Why build your startup in Uttar Pradesh?

Connect your idea with recognised incubators, experienced mentors and support for each stage of your startup journey.

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UTTAR PRADESH · INDIA
01A place to startExplore recognised incubators 02Support to move forwardUnderstand schemes and requirements 03People who can guide youMeet the mentor network
ROOTED IN UTTAR PRADESH

Innovation across Uttar Pradesh

Explore places, people and possibilities. Campus and workshop concepts are illustrative.

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Governance & ideas

Lucknow
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Technology & enterprise

Noida
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Spaces for collaboration

Lucknow IT campus
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Engineering & prototypes

Kanpur
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Local enterprise & creativity

Varanasi
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Creative possibilities

Film & media city
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Connect with the local network

Greater Noida
Vidhan Bhavan, LucknowUTTAR PRADESH · A SHARED AMBITION
VISION. MISSION. ACTION.

A clear purpose. A practical way forward.

The mission brings together entrepreneurship, innovation and institutions to strengthen the state’s startup ecosystem.

01Vision & Mission02Uttar Pradesh Startup Policy 202603Read the notified guidelines
GOVERNANCE & ACCOUNTABILITY

Understand the governance structure

Read published committee information, composition and available documents.

Governing Board ↗

Advisory Committee

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Empowered Committee

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Steering Committee

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Policy Implementation Unit (PIU)

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Startup Review Committee of Experts (SRCE)

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FOR STUDENTS & CAMPUS INNOVATORS

Have an Idea? Begin Your Startup Journey Here

Start by understanding the journey. Explore mentoring, incubation and published programmes, then choose the support relevant to your idea.

Student & Innovator Journey ↗Domain Mentors ↗Hackathons & Challenges ↗
REGISTRATION, EXPLAINED

Understand registration before you apply

Business registration, DPIIT recognition and a UP portal account serve different purposes. Follow the steps that apply to your startup.

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01

Check the eligible business-entity requirements.

02

Complete business registration where required.

03

Obtain DPIIT recognition where applicable.

04

Create the appropriate UP startup portal account.

✓ Before you apply — check the relevant scheme guide
  • DPIIT Recognition Certificate
  • Certificate of Incorporation / LLP Deed
  • Founder PAN & Aadhaar Cards
  • Incubator Recommendation Letter

This is an illustrative preparation list. Required documents depend on your role and the scheme you choose.

A portal account is separate from business incorporation, DPIIT recognition and UP startup recognition.

WHERE INNOVATION TAKES SHAPE

Priority Sectors

Explore your sector and the relevant published support and institution networks.

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Artificial Intelligence

Deep Tech

Cyber Security

AgriTech

FinTech

HealthTech

EdTech

Electric Vehicles

Drone Technology

Climate Technology

Space Technology

Biotechnology

MedTech

Defence

Semiconductors

PLACES TO BUILD AND COLLABORATE

Strategic Ecosystem Hub Matrix

Choose the network you want to explore. Each category opens local information.

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Incubators

Incubation and founder support

Centres of Excellence

Specialist labs and expertise

Innovation Hub

Spaces to connect and build

U Hub (Deep-Tech)

Research and deep-tech support
PEOPLE. PLACES. PRACTICAL SUPPORT.

Build with the right support

Explore recognised incubators, mentor information and deep-tech infrastructure.

Recognised incubators

Find institutions, focus areas and published contact details.

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Mentorship

Read how mentor connections work and explore the published list.

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Deep-tech & CoEs

Explore specialist infrastructure and policy support.

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NEWS, RECOGNITION & PUBLIC RECORDS

From the mission newsroom

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LEARN. CONNECT. PARTICIPATE.

State Hackathons, Summits & Grand Challenges

Use the calendar and check programme dates before you act.

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No verified upcoming programme is currently listed

The latest captured records are archived. Explore the past programmes and their published information below.

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PREPARE WITH THE RIGHT INFORMATION

Resources & Downloads

Policies, guidelines and supporting records, hosted on this website.

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CLEAR ANSWERS

Questions before you apply

Find clear answers on registration, recognition and scheme applications.

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Who can create an account?

Startup founders and authorized incubator applicants can use the common signup form. Incubator applicants complete a private profile; official institutional access follows external recognition and authorized mapping.

Is account registration the same as recognition?

No. Account creation, startup recognition and grant approval are separate processes. Recognition evidence is reviewed in the applicable scrutiny.

Do I need an incubator?

Sustenance and prototype assistance require recognized incubation. Other schemes follow their own eligibility and nodal review rules.

Can I correct my application?

Edit a draft before submission. If an officer raises a query, update the relevant proposal or documents and resubmit a response.

Who approves applications?

The route depends on the scheme. It can include incubator verification, nodal scrutiny, SRCE recommendation and PIU decision.

Where do I raise a concern?

Sign in and use Help & grievances to register an issue and follow the nodal response.

Need a hand with your application?

Read the guides or contact the Helpdesk for portal questions.

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CONNECTED GOVERNMENT SERVICES

Official Government Websites

These links open separate government services and portals.

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National Portal of IndiaNational Portal of India Open Government DataOpen Government Data Ministry of Corporate AffairsMinistry of Corporate Affairs UP Skill Development MissionUP Skill Development Mission UP Electronics CorporationUP Electronics Corporation UP IT & ElectronicsUP IT & Electronics

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