The Nepal Cultural Exchange & Cooperation Forum (NCECF) is thrilled to announce the cohort selection for the 2026 Youth Startup Innovation Grant. Over 40 high-impact ventures across green technology, digital tourism, artisan handicraft exports, and sustainable agro-processing have been awarded initial seed capital and strategic market access.
Selected founders will participate in a structured 12-month mentorship curriculum linking them with seasoned entrepreneurs, angel syndicates, and diaspora investors worldwide.
Key Program Milestones
Grantees receive milestone-based capital disbursement, dedicated legal and compliance support for cross-border expansion, and subsidized exhibition booths at the upcoming Kathmandu Global Economic Dialogue.
