1. National Institute for Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development (NIESBUD)

• Established: 1983
• Location: Noida, Uttar Pradesh
• Objective:
  An autonomous institution under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, NIESBUD promotes the development of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and entrepreneurship by offering various training programs and research services.

Key Activities

• Entrepreneurship and Skill Development Training Programs
• Research and Consultancy in Entrepreneurship
• Development of training models, syllabi, and educational materials
• Organizing seminars, workshops, webinars, and capacity-building initiatives

Programs Offered

• Entrepreneurship Awareness Programs (EAP)
• Entrepreneurship Development Programs (EDP)
• Faculty Development Programs (FDP)

Website: NIESBUD

2. Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII)

• Established: 1983
• Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat
• Objective:
  EDII is an autonomous and not-for-profit institute dedicated to promoting entrepreneurship education, research, and capacity-building across India.

Key Activities

• Entrepreneurship education and research at postgraduate and doctoral levels
• Capacity-building initiatives for startups, MSMEs, and rural entrepreneurs
• Focuses on entrepreneurship in underdeveloped regions and sectors

Flagship Programs

• Post Graduate Diploma in Management – Business Entrepreneurship (PGDM-BE)
• Certificate Program in Entrepreneurship (CPE)
• Faculty Development Programs (FDP)

Special Initiatives

• Promotes rural entrepreneurship through initiatives like the National Alliance for Women’s Entrepreneurship.

Website: EDII

3. Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI)

• Established: 1990
• Location: Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh (Headquarters)
• Objective:
  SIDBI serves as the principal financial institution for MSME development, focusing on supporting entrepreneurship with financial aid and infrastructural support.

Key Activities

• Provides financial products such as loans, equity, and venture capital
• Implements government schemes like the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY)
• Organizes entrepreneurship awareness campaigns, workshops, and training sessions

Entrepreneurship Development Programs

• Financial Literacy Initiatives for first-time entrepreneurs
• Supports innovation and startups through special venture capital funds and accelerators

Website: SIDBI

4. Indian Institute of Entrepreneurship (IIE)

• Established: 1993
• Location: Guwahati, Assam
• Objective:
  IIE, under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, aims to promote entrepreneurship, research, and consultancy, with a strong focus on rural and women entrepreneurship development in the Northeast region.

Key Activities

• Organizes Entrepreneurship Awareness Programs (EAP) and Skill Development Programs (SDPs)
• Conducts research studies on entrepreneurship trends in Northeast India
• Provides incubator services for startups and rural development initiatives

Programs Offered

• Entrepreneurship Awareness Programs (EAP)
• Skill Development Programs (SDP)
• Women Entrepreneurship Development Programs (WEDP)

Website: IIE

5. National Science & Technology Entrepreneurship Development Board (NSTEDB)

• Established: 1982
• Location: New Delhi
• Objective:
  NSTEDB, under the Department of Science and Technology, aims to promote technology-based and knowledge-intensive entrepreneurship across India.

Key Activities

• Establishes technology business incubators (TBIs) and Science and Technology Entrepreneurship Parks (STEP)
• Conducts startup creation, innovation workshops, and technology development training sessions
• Provides financial support, policy assistance, and government initiatives for startups

Programs Offered

• Seed Support System (SSS) for Startups
• Various technology-based entrepreneurship development initiatives

Website: NSTEDB

6. Startup India

• Launched: 2016
• Objective:
  A flagship government initiative aimed at building a robust startup ecosystem, facilitating innovation, and supporting young entrepreneurs across India.

Key Activities

• Provides financial support through the Fund of Funds for Startups (FFS)
• Offers tax exemptions, regulatory benefits, and subsidies for startups
• Organizes mentorship sessions, startup accelerators, and incubation support

Special Initiatives

• Startup India Hub: A comprehensive one-stop platform for startup-related information and networking.
• Provides state-level support policies and collaboration opportunities for startups across industries.

Website: Startup India

Additional Government Institutions for Entrepreneurship Development in India

7. Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE)

• Established: 2014
• Objective:
  The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) aims to transform India into a hub for skilled manpower, creating a more productive and efficient workforce, fostering entrepreneurship, and supporting MSMEs across different sectors.

Key Activities

• Skill Development Initiatives aimed at training youth and workers for various industries.
• Implements schemes and policies to promote self-employment and entrepreneurship.
• Collaboration with NIESBUD, SIDBI, and other development boards to provide training, mentorship, and funding opportunities.

Notable Initiatives and Programs

• Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY): Focused on providing skill development training to youth, aligning skills with industry standards.
• Collaborates with various stakeholders to promote vocational education, entrepreneurial training, and industry-academia partnerships.

Website: MSDE

8. National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC)

• Established: 1955
• Location: New Delhi
• Objective:
  NSIC, under the Ministry of MSME, promotes the growth and development of MSMEs by providing a range of support services, including financial aid, infrastructure facilities, and market development assistance.

Key Activities

• Provides marketing and financial support services for MSMEs.
• Offers skills training, capacity-building initiatives, and subsidized facilities for entrepreneurs.
• Promotes global trade opportunities for MSMEs, facilitating exports and international markets.

Initiatives

• Credit Support Schemes for MSMEs
• Skill Development Initiatives tailored for small business owners.

Website: NSIC

9. Ministry of MSME (Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises)

• Objective:
  The Ministry of MSME plays a vital role in developing policies, schemes, and initiatives to support entrepreneurship and small enterprises.

Key Activities

• Policy formulation for MSME development, ensuring access to finance, technology, and markets.
• Facilitates schemes for skill development and capacity building for startups and MSMEs.
• Initiates various government-supported programs for infrastructure development and cluster initiatives.

Government Schemes Initiated by the Ministry of MSME:

• Credit Guarantee Scheme (CGS): Provides collateral-free loans to MSMEs.
• Market Development Assistance Scheme: Helps MSMEs find markets domestically and internationally.

Website: MSME

10. NABARD – National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development

• Established: 1982
• Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra
• Objective:
  NABARD aims to support rural development, agriculture, and entrepreneurship, especially in the agriculture and allied sectors.

Key Activities

• Provides financial and developmental support to rural entrepreneurs, cooperatives, and MSMEs.
• Facilitates agriculture-based startups, organic farming initiatives, and rural infrastructure projects.
• Collaborates with government institutions and NGOs to support self-employment and agro-entrepreneurship.

Initiatives for Entrepreneurs

• Supports various government initiatives like Kisan Credit Card (KCC).
• Promotes agribusiness startups, cooperative models, and rural entrepreneurship programs.

Website: NABARD

11. National Rural Health Mission (NRHM)

• Objective:
  NRHM, a program under the Government of India, aims to support health entrepreneurs, especially women, in rural areas by promoting small businesses in healthcare, organic farming, and community-based enterprises.

Key Activities

• Supports healthcare startups, nutrition-focused entrepreneurship, and women self-help groups (SHGs).
• Initiatives aimed at providing employment opportunities in rural areas, with a focus on public health and community health entrepreneurship.

12. Department of Science and Technology (DST)

• Objective:
  The DST supports startups and entrepreneurs working in technology-driven and scientific research fields, ensuring technological innovation and entrepreneurship growth.

Key Activities

• Establishment and support of Technology Business Incubators (TBIs) across universities and research institutions.
• Offers grants, venture capital funding, and technical mentoring to tech-based startups and scientists.

Initiatives

• Promotes incubation programs and startup accelerators that focus on technological entrepreneurship.
• Support for scientific research commercialization and intellectual property rights (IPR) initiatives.

Website: DST

13. State Entrepreneurship Development Corporations (EDCs)

• Each state in India has its own Entrepreneurship Development Corporation, aimed at providing localized support, training, financial aid, and business incubation services for MSMEs and startups.

Key Activities Across States

• Facilitates state-level entrepreneurship awareness programs (EAPs)
• Provides financial support and infrastructure aid tailored to local industries and markets.
• Promotes cooperatives and cluster development initiatives, ensuring rural and regional entrepreneurship growth.