About this scheme
WE Hub is the world's first state-led incubator for women entrepreneurs, by Govt of Telangana. Pre-incubation, incubation, scale-up support, and seed grants up to Rs. 25 lakh.
What you get
- Seed grant up to Rs. 25 lakh per startup
- Pre-incubation + 6-12 month incubation
- Office space + mentor network
- Investor pitch days + corporate intros
- Procurement preference in TG tenders
- WE-Hub HER&NOW programme — 12-week intensive
Who qualifies
Women-led startups (founder OR 51%+ shareholding by women). DPIIT-recognised. Telangana-based operations or willing to relocate. Sectors: tech, social impact, deeptech, healthcare, biotech.
Industries (NIC divisions)
PublishingIT / softwareResearch & developmentOther professional
Business types
Private LimitedLLPsOne Person Companies
States
TG
How to apply
- 1Apply via WE Hub portal
- 2Pitch + business plan submission
- 3Shortlisting + interview
- 4Selection cohort announcement
- 56-12 month incubation programme
- 6Grant disbursement milestone-based
Key terms and conditions
- Minimum 51% woman ownership
- 3-year TG presence commitment
- Quarterly milestones during incubation
- Equity-free funding
What disqualifies you
- Male-founded startups not eligible (unless 51% women co-owners)
- Outside TG ineligible (relocate or open TG office)
- Non-DPIIT recognised need to apply for that first
Documents typically required
- DPIIT recognition
- Woman founder/co-founder
- TG-based operations
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