What do you get under APEDP?
Seed funding for 100 startups in APEDP 5.0 (2026-27): ₹10 lakh each for the top 20 and ₹8 lakh each for the next 80, with mentoring, pre-incubation and livelihood acceleration support.
Applications for APEDP 5.0 closed on 20 July 2026. Each edition opens once a year; watch the Startup Arunachal portal for the next call.
Who is eligible for APEDP?
- Permanent resident of Arunachal Pradesh with valid proof of residence.
- The startup or proposed business is based in Arunachal Pradesh or will be set up there; any stage from idea to revenue is accepted.
- Government employees (permanent, contract or temporary) and staff of PSUs and government-funded bodies cannot apply.
- Founders or co-founders supported in an earlier edition cannot apply again.
Also check:
- You must attend the training, mentoring, workshops and pitching sessions.
- Professionals such as doctors and advocates may apply if the venture does not breach their professional rules.
Documents needed for APEDP
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Offices may ask for more. Check the official list before you go.
How to apply for APEDP
- Register and apply online on the Startup Arunachal portal when a new edition is announced.
- Describe your business idea and stage of the venture, and submit the self-declaration.
- Shortlisted applicants go through training and pitching before seed funding is decided.
Common questions
Who is eligible for APEDP?
Permanent resident of Arunachal Pradesh with valid proof of residence. The startup or proposed business is based in Arunachal Pradesh or will be set up there; any stage from idea to revenue is accepted. Government employees (permanent, contract or temporary) and staff of PSUs and government-funded bodies cannot apply. Founders or co-founders supported in an earlier edition cannot apply again.
How much do I get under APEDP?
Seed funding for 100 startups in APEDP 5.0 (2026-27): ₹10 lakh each for the top 20 and ₹8 lakh each for the next 80, with mentoring, pre-incubation and livelihood acceleration support. Applications for APEDP 5.0 closed on 20 July 2026. Each edition opens once a year; watch the Startup Arunachal portal for the next call.
What documents do I need for APEDP?
Domicile or residence certificate of the state; Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Project report or business plan; Self-declaration in the prescribed form.
How do I apply for APEDP?
Register and apply online on the Startup Arunachal portal when a new edition is announced. Describe your business idea and stage of the venture, and submit the self-declaration. Shortlisted applicants go through training and pitching before seed funding is decided. Official site: https://startup.arunachal.gov.in/
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for APEDP?
No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.
How much seed funding does APEDP 5.0 give?
₹10 lakh each to the top 20 startups and ₹8 lakh each to the next 80, as per the official notice.
Can a government employee apply for APEDP?
No. People employed in government departments, PSUs or government-funded bodies on permanent, contract or temporary basis are not eligible.
Is APEDP open now?
The 5.0 round closed on 20 July 2026. Watch startup.arunachal.gov.in for the next edition.
Official sources
- Tirap District (Govt of Arunachal Pradesh): Launch of APEDP 5.0 notice
- APEDP eligibility criteria (attached to the notice)
- Startup Arunachal portal
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 31 January 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.