Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0

About Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0

Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0 is launched under the Startup India initiative.

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Recently, the Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister of India approved the establishment of the Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0 (Startup India FoF 2.0).

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About Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0

• It is launched under the Startup India initiative.
• It is designed to accelerate the next phase of India’s startup journey by mobilising long-term domestic capital, strengthening the venture capital ecosystem, and supporting innovation-led entrepreneurship across the country.
• Financial Outlay: A total corpus of Rs. 10,000 crore for the purpose of mobilizing venture capital for the startup ecosystem of the country.

Features of the Scheme

• It will have a targeted, segmented funding approach to support
• Deep tech and tech-driven innovative manufacturing: Prioritizing breakthroughs in high-tech areas that require patient, long-term capital.
• Empowering early-growth stage founders: Providing a safety net for new and innovative ideas, reducing early-stage failures caused by lack of funding.
• National reach: Encouraging investment beyond major metros so that innovation thrives in every corner of the country.
• Designed to address high‑risk capital gaps: Directing greater capital to priority areas which are important for self-reliance and boosting economic growth.
• Strengthen India’s domestic venture capital base, particularly smaller funds to further boost the domestic investment landscape.

Source: PIB