The Indian government has rolled out a game-changer for startups with the Cabinet’s approval of ₹10,000 crore for Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0. Chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the decision is set to inject vital venture capital, propelling the ecosystem into its next growth orbit.
Over the past decade, relentless efforts under Startup India have multiplied recognized startups from mere hundreds to exceeding 200,000, with DPIIT data showing unprecedented registration surges in 2025. This fund evolves from FFS 1.0’s proven model, where ₹10,000 crore commitments to 145 AIFs spurred over ₹25,500 crore in investments across 1,370 startups in fields like AI, robotics, fintech, clean energy, consumer goods, and space tech.
SIFoF 2.0’s core mission is to harness domestic long-term capital, fortify venture capital networks, and champion innovation-centric businesses pan-India. It will drive the creation of world-class tech, amplify manufacturing, spawn high-skill jobs, and elevate India to a premier global innovation destination.
In sync with Viksit Bharat @2047, this initiative embodies the government’s dedication to nurturing entrepreneurs and unveiling the startup ecosystem’s boundless promise, ensuring India’s tryst with technological destiny.