Sector
Incubation & Acceleration
From idea to impact — PRIME's incubation programme is designed to turn Meghalaya's most promising startups into thriving, scalable businesses.
Government of Meghalaya
Sector
From idea to impact — PRIME's incubation programme is designed to turn Meghalaya's most promising startups into thriving, scalable businesses.
The Programme
Now in its sixth edition, the CM's E-Championship Challenge is the flagship initiative behind PRIME — a state-wide, recurring annual event where Meghalaya's most promising entrepreneurs pitch in front of industry experts, government officials, and academic leaders.
A cohort of 75 entrepreneurs is selected to join a dedicated 9-month intensive incubation programme, receiving structured support to launch, grow, and become funding-ready.
The Acceleration programme takes it further — fast-tracked mentorship, market access, and strategic assistance to help businesses compete at the next level.
Financial Support
Top 35 entrepreneurs
₹2 Lakhs
Business Support Grant each
Next 40 entrepreneurs
₹1 Lakh
Business Support Grant each
Remaining 75 (Top 150)
Pre-Incubation
Transition to the pre-incubation programme
What You Get
Exclusive networking opportunities with industry professionals
Intensive mentoring and access to marketing, legal, branding & accounting services
Market access to expand your customer base
Free co-working spaces in Shillong and Tura (subject to availability)
Media visibility to raise the profile of your business
Diverse funding sources — grants, loans, and venture capital
Certificate of Excellence from the Government of Meghalaya & IIM Calcutta Innovation Park
Programme Goals
Promote the spirit of entrepreneurship and enterprise ecosystem in Meghalaya
Identify promising business ideas through a fair, transparent and rigorous selection process
Encourage and support people to avail growing entrepreneurship opportunities
Provide a state-wide platform for entrepreneurial thinking and ambition
Highlight and showcase existing and emerging entrepreneurs
Provide recognition, rewards and a range of support mechanisms for maturing business ideas
Apply Now
Register on the PRIME portal and take the first step towards joining Meghalaya's most ambitious cohort of entrepreneurs.
Register on PRIME Portal