Applications are currently being accepted for the GUSEC herSTART 5.0 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
herSTART 5.0 is a women-focused startup acceleration program by the Gujarat University Startup and Entrepreneurship Council (GUSEC). The initiative provides mentorship, incubation support for up to two years, access to government grants of up to ₹50 lakhs, cloud credits worth up to $100,000, and dedicated co-working spaces. The program is designed to empower women entrepreneurs and women-led startups to scale sustainable and innovative businesses.
E-certificates for all participants
Mentorship, guidance, and networking support
Up to 2 years of incubation at GUSEC
Access to government grants and funds
Dedicated co-working space for women
Up to $100K in cloud credits
Technology resources and single-window startup support
The program is designed for:
Women entrepreneurs
Women-led startups
Early-stage ventures seeking structured incubation
Startups looking for funding access and scale support
Ideal applicants are women founders with innovative business ideas and strong growth potential.
Apply for GUSEC herSTART 5.0