The Startup India Fund of Funds (FoF) 2.0 (2026) is an upgraded initiative by the Government of India to boost startup funding by investing in venture capital funds that support early-stage and growth-stage startups. Here’s everything you need to know 👇

🧾 What is Fund of Funds 2.0?

The Fund of Funds (FoF) does not directly invest in startups. Instead, it invests in SEBI-registered Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs), which then invest in startups.

👉 Managed by Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI)

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💰 Fund Size & Investment Details

✔ Total corpus: ₹10,000 crore+ (expanded under 2.0)
✔ Supports seed, early-stage, and growth-stage startups
✔ Focus on sectors like:

  • AI & Deep Tech

  • FinTech

  • HealthTech

  • Climate Tech

  • Manufacturing

👩‍💼 Eligibility Criteria (For Startups)

✔ Must be recognized under Startup India (DPIIT recognized)
✔ Should be scalable and innovation-driven
✔ Must be funded through SEBI-registered AIFs supported by FoF

📄 Required Documents

  • DPIIT Startup Recognition Certificate

  • Incorporation Certificate

  • Business plan / pitch deck

  • Financial statements

  • Founder KYC documents

  • Details of funding requirements

📝 How to Apply / Get Funding

❗ Direct application to FoF is NOT allowed

Step-by-Step Process:
1️⃣ Register your startup on Startup India portal
2️⃣ Get DPIIT recognition
3️⃣ Approach AIFs / Venture Capital Funds supported by SIDBI
4️⃣ Pitch your startup (pitch deck, traction, business model)
5️⃣ If selected → AIF invests in your startup

🌐 Official Websites

👉 https://www.startupindia.gov.in
👉 https://www.sidbi.in

📅 Start Date & Duration

  • 📌 Original FoF Launch: 2016

  • 📌 FoF 2.0 Expansion: Announced in/around 2025–2026 (Union Budget initiatives)

  • 📌 End Date: Ongoing (no fixed end date)

📌 Key Features

🔹 Indirect funding through professional investors
🔹 Reduces risk for startups
🔹 Encourages private investment ecosystem
🔹 Focus on innovation & high-growth sectors

❤️ Why Fund of Funds 2.0 Matters

✔ Boosts startup ecosystem in India
✔ Increases access to capital
✔ Encourages innovation & job creation
✔ Strengthens venture capital ecosystem

💡 Tip: Build a strong pitch deck + traction metrics before approaching AIFs to improve funding chances.

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