Startup Republic - PayU National Entrepreneurship Initiative

About

The Startup Republic initiative by PayU, in collaboration with the DPIIT, celebrates the 10th anniversary of India's Startup India policy by providing nationwide exposure and support to entrepreneurs, particularly those from non-metro areas, through customized fintech solutions, mentorship, and potential investment opportunities.

Benefits

• 💰National Exposure
  Opportunity for nationwide visibility and brand promotion
• 🎓Customized Financial Solutions
  Access to tailored fintech solutions and payment support
• 🏢Mentorship Access
  Enjoy mentorship guidance and community resources
• 💵Fundraising Opportunities
  Potential access to fundraising support and investment opportunities
• 📈Entry to Accelerator
  Access to PayU's InFiNity fintech accelerator for investment and scaling guidance

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to entrepreneurs from all 36 states and union territories of India
• Must be a DPIIT registered startup
• Startups from various industries, especially those from emerging startup hubs and non-metro areas are encouraged to apply
• Open to all types of startups, with a focus on those facing challenges in visibility and resource access

Participation Commitments

• Must engage in the Startup Republic initiative and showcase entrepreneurial stories
• Entrepreneurs may need to present their stories through short films as part of the initiative

Target Sector

Diverse industries including lifestyle, travel, health, FMCG, etc.

Target Location

Open to all entrepreneurs across India