MahaJyoti–Bhau Incubation Program

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MahaJyoti–Bhau Incubation Program

The MahaJyoti–Bhau Incubation Program is designed to support aspiring entrepreneurs from the OBC, VJ, NT, and SBC categories in Maharashtra who possess a valid Non-Creamy Layer Certificate and have technology-based innovative business ideas.

The objective of the program is to provide financial assistance through MahaJyoti to develop innovative prototypes and startups, and COEP’s Bhau Institute of Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Leadership, Pune, will provide expert mentoring, incubation support, and business guidance to the selected beneficiaries.

Focus Sectors

IoT and AI technologies integrated to drive innovation at COEP's BHAU Institute.

IoT and Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML)

Cybersecurity services at COEP's BHAU Institute ensuring protection for startups' digital assets.

Cyber security 

Electric Vehicles (EV) and smart mobility solutions at COEP's BHAU Institute driving sustainable innovation.

Electric Vehicles (EV) & Smart Mobility

Healthcare technologies innovation at COEP's BHAU Institute revolutionizing the medical industry.
Healthcare Technologies 
Grassroots innovation at COEP's BHAU Institute empowering local entrepreneurs to create impactful solutions.

Grassroots-Level Innovations

Renewable energy solutions being developed at COEP's BHAU Institute to support sustainable growth.
Renewable Energy
Agriculture innovations at COEP's BHAU Institute enhancing farming practices and sustainability.

Agritech Solutions

Foodtech innovations at COEP's BHAU Institute transforming the food industry with technology.

Food Tech

EdTech

Sustainable Innovations

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

  • Must be a resident of Maharashtra
  • Must belong to the OBC, VJ, NT, or SBC category and possess a valid Non-Creamy Layer Certificate.
  • Must possess the following documents:
  • Maharashtra Domicile Certificate
  • Caste Certificate
  • Caste Validity Certificate
  • Non-Creamy Layer Certificate
  • Must have a technology-based innovative business startup idea.
  • Must submit all the required documents to MahaJyoti and COEP's Bhau Institute.

Program Duration and Responsibilities

Selected beneficiaries must develop a prototype and work towards converting their idea into a startup within one year.

Beneficiaries are expected to work full-time on their startup throughout the program duration.

Beneficiaries shall not avail financial assistance under any other MahaJyoti scheme during the program period.

Participation in the mentorship sessions, guidance programs, and evaluation processes organized by COEP’s Bhau Institute is mandatory.

Beneficiaries must submit periodic Progress Reports to COEP’s Bhau Institute.

Application Process

  • Applicants must submit their applications online through the official websites of MahaJyoti and COEP's Bhau Institute.
  • A maximum of 10 innovators will be selected for the program.
  • Selected beneficiaries will receive 12 months of incubation support, expert mentoring, and business development assistance from COEP's Bhau Institute.

Financial Assistance

Selected beneficiaries will receive financial assistance of ₹25,000 per month for a maximum period of one year, for prototype development and startup growth. The financial assistance will be released based on the beneficiary’s progress reports and the recommendation of COEP’s Bhau Institute.

How to Apply

Applicants can submit their applications using the following link:

Last Date for Submission of Applications: 20 July 2026

Instructions

  • All information provided in the application must be true and accurate.
  • Applications with incomplete or missing required documents will not be considered.
  • All announcements and updates related to the program will be published on the official websites of MahaJyoti and COEP's Bhau Institute.
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