Our Vision
To build India's most trusted startup chamber that empowers entrepreneurs, promotes innovation, and creates globally competitive businesses contributing to national development.
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SCCI is a not-for-profit organization established to strengthen India's startup ecosystem by connecting entrepreneurs with investors, industry leaders, mentors, policymakers, academic institutions, and global business opportunities.
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About Us
Promoting entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainable business development
The Startup Chamber of Commerce and Industry is dedicated to promoting entrepreneurship, innovation, research, and sustainable business development across India.
We believe startups are the engines of economic growth, technological advancement, and employment generation. Through policy advocacy, capacity building, networking opportunities, and strategic partnerships, we help entrepreneurs navigate every stage of their business journey.
Our Chamber serves as a bridge between startups, government, academia, investors, incubators, accelerators, and industry leaders to create an inclusive and innovation-driven economy.
Our Mission
- Promote entrepreneurship across every sector.
- Strengthen India's startup ecosystem.
- Encourage innovation and research.
- Connect startups with investors and mentors.
- Support policy advocacy and ease of doing business.
- Foster collaboration between industry, academia, and government.
- Promote sustainable and socially responsible entrepreneurship.
Our Objectives
The Startup Chamber of Commerce and Industry works towards
Startup Ecosystem Development
Promoting entrepreneurship, startups, innovation, and business growth across India through a collaborative ecosystem.
Industry Networking
Creating a common platform where startups, MSMEs, corporations, investors, mentors, consultants, professionals, and policymakers can interact and collaborate.
Capacity Building
Organizing conferences, seminars, workshops, boot camps, masterclasses, startup summits, and leadership development programs for entrepreneurs.
Research & Innovation
Encouraging research, product development, intellectual property creation, emerging technologies, and commercialization of innovative ideas.
Government Collaboration
Working closely with Central Government, State Governments, Startup India, incubators, universities, research institutions, and public bodies to promote entrepreneurship and innovation.
Public Welfare
Undertaking activities of general public utility, including charitable initiatives, education, healthcare support, environmental conservation, and community development.
Startup Chamber
What We Do
Mentorship Network
Access experienced professionals including:
- Successful Entrepreneurs
- Chartered Accountants
- Company Secretaries
- Advocates
- Industry Experts
- Technology Specialists
- Marketing Consultants
- Financial Advisors
Policy & Advocacy
Representing the interests of startups before various government authorities through:
- Policy recommendations
- Industry consultations
- Regulatory feedback
- Ease of Doing Business initiatives
- Startup-friendly reforms
Events & Programs
We regularly organize:
- Startup Summits
- Investor Meets
- Demo Days
- Pitch Competitions
- Business Networking Events
- Workshops
- Conferences
- Webinars
- Entrepreneurship Development Programs
- Leadership Training
- Industry Roundtables
Research & Knowledge
Promoting innovation through:
- Research Publications
- Industry Reports
- Startup Surveys
- Innovation Studies
- White Papers
- Policy Research
- Technology Assessments
Membership Benefits
Members Receive
Become a part of India's growing startup community.
Startup Networking Opportunities
Investor Access
Mentorship Sessions
Government Scheme Updates
Business Matchmaking
Industry Events
Workshops & Training
Policy Representation
Collaboration Opportunities
Startup Directory Listing
Business Promotion
Knowledge Resources
Community Support
Our Focus Areas
We welcome startups and businesses from every sector including
Artificial Intelligence
FinTech
HealthTech
AgriTech
EdTech
ClimateTech
Clean Energy
Manufacturing
Biotechnology
SaaS
Cyber Security
Robotics
Space Technology
Drones
Logistics
DeepTech
Retail
E-Commerce
MSMEs
Social Enterprises
Our Commitment
Knowledge, network, mentorship and opportunity
We are committed to building an ecosystem where every entrepreneur has access to the knowledge, network, mentorship, and opportunities needed to build successful and sustainable businesses.
By fostering collaboration between startups, industry, academia, investors, and government, we aim to contribute to India's economic growth, innovation leadership, and inclusive development.
Benefits to Join the Startup Chamber
- Build meaningful business connections
- Connect with investors and funding partners
- Learn from experienced mentors
- Stay updated on government schemes and policies
- Participate in exclusive networking events
- Enhance your business visibility
- Collaborate with industry leaders
- Access expert guidance across legal, financial, and business domains
- Become part of India's innovation ecosystem
Startup Chamber
Our Team
Research & Knowledge
Latest resources and insights
Fundraising Readiness for Startups
Financial and compliance readiness points before investor diligence begins.
GST Compliance Checklist
Monthly GST checks for invoices, input tax credit, reconciliations and filing calendars.
Startup Tax Planning Guide
A practical founder checklist for quarterly tax planning, GST/TDS review and documentation hygiene.
Join the Movement
Together, let's build the future of entrepreneurship.
Whether you are a startup founder, investor, mentor, academic institution, corporate, professional, or policymaker, the Startup Chamber of Commerce and Industry welcomes you to become a part of India's innovation journey.
Become a Member