Government of Meghalaya
Incubation
A Government of Meghalaya initiative to identify and scale the state's most promising existing businesses through PRIME's 9-month incubation programme.
Applications Open
Applications close on 15 September 2026.
Apply for CMECC 7.0.
The Challenge
The Government of Meghalaya launched the Chief Minister's E-Championship Challenge to identify, nurture, and support the most promising entrepreneurs of Meghalaya who are driving innovation through their businesses or early-stage enterprises.
The challenge is designed to help these entrepreneurs overcome key business challenges, scale their ventures, and create a lasting impact in the state's economy through PRIME's 9-month incubation programme.
The initiative provides entrepreneurs with access to mentorship, funding opportunities, business development resources, and a network of successful professionals — ultimately fostering growth and sustainability in Meghalaya's entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Eligibility
Adult citizen of India
Domicile resident of Meghalaya
Must already have an existing, operating Meghalaya-based business showing initial traction or revenue
Works on an innovative, scalable model, product or process with job-creation potential
Business/startup is not older than 6 years
Has not previously completed an Incubation Programme
Not a current government employee (regular, contractual or ad-hoc)
Rewards & Benefits
One hundred entrepreneurs are selected. Every one of them joins the 9-month incubation programme and receives the full support stack below.
Top 50 entrepreneurs
₹3 Lakhs
Business Support Grant each
Next 50 entrepreneurs
₹1.5 Lakhs
Business Support Grant each
₹3 Lakhs for the top 50, ₹1.5 Lakhs for the next 50.
From the Government of Meghalaya & IIM Calcutta Innovation Park.
Software and business management resources.
Dedicated guidance from seasoned industry professionals.
Bootcamps, training and workshops.
Grants, loans and venture capital under PRIME.
Connections to key buyers, in-state and beyond.
In Shillong, Tura and Nongpoh (subject to availability).
Logo design, website, branding, accounting and legal advice.
Media coverage and social media promotion.
To leading startup ecosystems and incubation centres.
Exclusive resource credits from IIMCIP.
Step by Step
Visit the PRIME Meghalaya website: www.primemeghalaya.com
Click on “CMECC 7.0 — Apply now”.
Enter your details and click on “CREATE AN ACCOUNT”.
You will receive a confirmation email on your registered email address.
You will be redirected to the next page, where you need to enter the required details.
Click on “DRAFT” to save your details and complete them later, or click “NEXT” to proceed.
You will be redirected to the application form.
Complete all the required fields marked with an (*) and click “SUBMIT”.
If you are unable to complete the application in one sitting, click “SAVE” to save your draft application. You can log in later using your credentials and complete and submit the application.
Once successfully submitted, you will receive a confirmation message on the screen and a confirmation email on your registered email address.
Note down your Registration Number, displayed on the top-right corner of the application page, for future reference.
Tip
Not ready to finish in one sitting? Click “SAVE” to store your draft and log back in anytime to complete your submission.
Apply Now
Toll Free Helpline
1971 / 1800 345 6851
For more details on eligibility, the selection process, or the application form, call either number.
