Deadline Date: March 10, 2026
herSTART 5.0 is a transformative initiative designed to support women entrepreneurs and women-led startups with mentorship, funding access, and acceleration support.
The program focuses on providing e-certificates to all participants, mentorship and guidance along with networking support, up to two-year incubation support at GUSEC, access to government grants and funds, dedicated co-working spaces for women, up to $100K in cloud credits, single-window startup support, and technology resources.
herSTART, an initiative by the Gujarat University Startup and Entrepreneurship Council (GUSEC), aims to empower women-led startups by offering them the resources and ecosystem needed to transform big ideas into scalable businesses. With herSTART 5.0, participants gain access to government grants of up to ₹50 lakhs and structured support from GUSEC to accelerate their entrepreneurial journey.
The program emphasizes creating a nurturing environment where women innovators receive guidance from experienced mentors, connect with a network of like-minded entrepreneurs, and utilize dedicated co-working and technological facilities. By providing a combination of funding opportunities and hands-on incubation support, herSTART 5.0 ensures that women-led ventures have the tools and confidence to reach their next milestones.
This initiative continues the legacy of herSTART 4.0, which successfully guided women entrepreneurs toward growth and innovation, reinforcing GUSEC’s commitment to fostering diversity and inclusivity in the startup ecosystem.
For more information, visit GUSEC.
