Gujarat SSIP 2.0 – Student Startup & Innovation Policy
by Education Department · Government of Gujarat
Gujarat’s student innovation policy funds college and university innovators to build prototypes, file IP and launch startups, with support delivered through approved institutions.
Quick answer
Gujarat’s student innovation policy funds college and university innovators to build prototypes, file IP and launch startups, with support delivered through approved institutions.
| Funding amount | ₹2 Lakh – ₹30 Lakh |
|---|---|
| Funding type | Government Grant |
| Provider | Education Department · Government of Gujarat |
| Application deadline | Rolling · always open |
| Eligible stage | Idea |
| Sector | Sector agnostic |
| Who can apply | Students and innovators in Gujarat institutions |
Who is eligible
- Student, recent graduate or innovator associated with a Gujarat institution
- Idea or prototype with innovation and commercialisation potential
- Application routed through an SSIP-approved institution
- Open across engineering, science, design, management and allied streams
Funding & benefits
- Support ranging from a few lakh for prototyping to larger grants for scale
- IP filing support including patent and design registration costs
- Incubation, mentorship and maker-space access at the host institution
How to apply
- Approach the SSIP cell at your college or university
- Submit your idea / prototype proposal through the institution
- Institutional and state-level evaluation of the proposal
- Approved projects receive milestone-linked support via the institution
Documents you’ll need
- Student ID and institutional endorsement
- Idea note or prototype documentation
- Budget with bill of materials
- Bank details for disbursement
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a registered company?
No - SSIP is designed for students and innovators, and many incorporate only after the prototype stage.
Can a team apply together?
Yes, student teams are welcome and common under SSIP.
Verify all details on the official link before applying, scheme terms and deadlines change. Pitch Karo India lists opportunities for discovery only, is not affiliated with the funding body, and never charges for applications.