The Business Accelerator Programme
The Business Accelerator Programme is a flagship initiative of the National SC-ST Hub (NSSH), Ministry of MSME, Government of India, organized by the IIM Indore Incubation Foundation. The programme is designed to empower and strengthen SC/ST entrepreneurs by providing them with the knowledge, mentorship, and market linkages required to grow and scale their businesses successfully.
The programme offers a comprehensive learning and support ecosystem that includes a 6-day on-campus residential immersion at IIM Indore, 36 hours of virtual learning sessions, 6 months of mentoring and handholding support, with orientation on Government e-Marketplace (GeM) and Public Procurement opportunities. Participants will also receive a joint certification from IIM Indore, the Ministry of MSME, and the National SC-ST Hub upon successful completion.
Who Can Apply?
The programme is open to:
- Existing SC/ST entrepreneurs who have been operating their business for at least six months.
- Wards of SC/ST entrepreneurs who are seeking mentorship, training, and guidance to develop, test, and scale innovative business ideas.
Special preference will be given to SC/ST Women Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs).
The total programme fee is ₹1,11,000 + GST. Under the National SC-ST Hub Scheme, eligible participants can avail assistance of ₹1,00,000 + GST, reducing the participant contribution to just ₹11,000 + GST.
Through expert mentoring, industry networking, business development support, and market access opportunities, the programme aims to help participants strengthen their entrepreneurial capabilities, improve competitiveness, and accelerate sustainable business growth.
Applications are open until 31 August 2026 and the tentative programme commencement is scheduled from 19–24 October 2026.
Apply today by scanning the QR code or using the application link: https://forms.gle/Za9sobEyHGmG5Fp96