Startup incubators in Meghalaya
This directory lists 16 startup support programmes in Meghalaya: 15 incubators and 1 incubator-cum-accelerator. Most are in Shillong (8), Tura (5) and Baridua (1). 3 are BIRAC BioNEST bioincubators.
Summary
16entries · Updated 7 October 2026
Top cities: Shillong (8), Tura (5), Baridua (1), Umiam (1)
Top schemes: MSME Incubation (HI) (3), BIRAC BioNEST (3), PMFME Incubation Centre (2), State recognised or supported (2), MSME ASPIRE LBI (2), STPI CoE (1)
Incubators and accelerators (16)
| Incubator or programme | Location | Type | Schemes and focus | Contact | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BIRAC BioNEST Bio-Incubator (B3I), NEHU Tura Campus North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU), Tura Campus Official list | Tura Meghalaya | Incubator Academic institution | Biotech and life sciences, Agriculture and food | bioincubator.nehu.tura@gmail.com incubationcentrenehutura@gmail.com 8787365840 | |
OCTANE CoE - Gaming and Animation, Shillong Software Technology Parks of India (STPI), with NIT Meghalaya and NIELIT Shillong Official list | Shillong Meghalaya | Incubator Central government body | Gaming and AVGC, Media, design and creative | octane@stpi.in 3612841269 3612842728 | |
PRIME Meghalaya (Promotion and Incubation of Market-driven Enterprises) Government of Meghalaya Official list | Shillong Meghalaya | Incubator and accelerator State government body | Sector-agnostic | info@primemeghalaya.com +91 364 222 1234 | |
Bio-resources Development Centre (BRDC) Bioincubator, Upper Shillong Bio-resources Development Centre, Government of Meghalaya Official list | Shillong Meghalaya | Incubator State government body | Biotech and life sciences, Agriculture and food | brdc-shillong@gov.in 0364-2561530 | |
MSME Business Incubator, North-Eastern Hill University Official list | Shillong Meghalaya | Incubator Academic institution | Sector-agnostic | iprcellnehu@gmail.com 03642721003 | |
MSME Business Incubator, North-Eastern Hill University, Tura Campus Official list | Tura Meghalaya | Incubator Academic institution | Sector-agnostic | 03651223107 | |
MSME Business Incubator, University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya Official list | Baridua Meghalaya | Incubator Academic institution | Sector-agnostic | 03612895030 | |
Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development (IBSD) Bioincubator Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development (IBSD), DBT Official list | Shillong Meghalaya | Incubator Research institute | Biotech and life sciences, Agriculture and food | Not published | |
Livelihood Business Incubator, Meghalaya Basin Management Agency, Tura Meghalaya Basin Management Agency (Government of Meghalaya) Official list | Tura Meghalaya | Incubator State government body | Agriculture and food, Social impact and rural, Textiles and handicrafts | Not published | |
Livelihood Business Incubator, North-Eastern Hill University, Tura Official list | Tura Meghalaya | Incubator Academic institution | Agriculture and food, Social impact and rural | Not published | |
PMFME Incubation Centre, North-Eastern Hill University, Tura Campus North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) Official list | Tura Meghalaya | Incubator Academic institution | Agriculture and food | Not published | |
Agri-Business Incubation Centre, ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region ICAR Research Complex for North Eastern Hill Region Official listActivity unclear | Umiam Meghalaya | Incubator Research institute | Agriculture and food | Not published | |
PMFME Incubation Centre, ICAR KVK Ri Bhoi ICAR Krishi Vigyan Kendra Ri Bhoi Official listActivity unclear | Meghalaya | Incubator Research institute | Agriculture and food | Not published | |
IIM Shillong Foundation for Incubation and Enterprises (IIMSFIE) Own or institutional website | Shillong Meghalaya | Incubator Academic institution | No scheme tag Sector-agnostic | (0364) 230-8000 | |
Rynjah Institute of Information Technology (RIIT) (NSIC Training-cum-Incubation Centre) Own or institutional website | Shillong Meghalaya | Incubator Private or independent | Sector-agnostic | Not published | |
NITM Foundation for Innovation and Technology Incubation Centre, NIT Meghalaya Own or institutional websiteActivity unclear | Shillong Meghalaya | Incubator Academic institution | No scheme tag Sector-agnostic | bibhas.manna@nitm.ac.in 0364-2501294 |
Questions
How many startup incubators are there in Meghalaya?
This directory lists 16 incubators, accelerators and startup programmes in Meghalaya as of October 2026: 15 incubators and 1 incubator-cum-accelerator.
Which cities in Meghalaya have the most startup incubators?
By count in this directory: Shillong (8), Tura (5), Baridua (1) and Umiam (1).
How do I apply to a startup incubator in Meghalaya?
Open the incubator's Apply link or website from the list and check its current call for applications. Government-backed incubators usually ask for a pitch deck, a short application form and proof of company registration. BizExpress can help you prepare: message us on WhatsApp at +91 72040 27810.
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