Government of Maharashtra

The Government of Maharashtra administers a state-level startup ecosystem through its Maharashtra State Innovation and Startup Policy. This framework supports entrepreneurship via seed funding, mentorship, incubation, and regulatory simplification. The Directorate of Industries acts as the nodal agency, coordinating with institutions across the state to deliver programmes for founders at different stages of growth.

Mumbai, India's financial capital, and Pune's technology corridor anchor the state's startup activity. The government offers financial assistance for prototyping, marketing, and intellectual property filing. It has also formed partnerships with academic institutions and private incubators to extend support beyond metropolitan areas into emerging startup hubs.

Startups registered in Maharashtra, spanning fintech, healthtech, agritech, and manufacturing, are eligible. Programmes cater to first-time founders, women entrepreneurs, and social enterprises seeking non-dilutive funding and incubation support.