iHatch Startup Incubation Programme 2025 Cohort 4

Spread the love

iHatch Startup Incubation Programme 2025 Cohort 4 – Eligibility and How to Apply

iHatch is presently accepting applications on startups looking for expert mentorship, funding opportunities, and the right ecosystem to scale their business. See below for information on how to successfully apply for the programme.

All applicants who meets the requirements and qualify to be part of the iHatch Startup Incubation Programme 2025 Cohort 4 should ensure to read this article carefully to know what is required of you before clicking on the apply button via the official portal.

About

iHatch is a 5-month free intensive incubation program designed to help Nigerian entrepreneurs refine their business ideas into viable and scalable models. It includes coaching, lectures, boot camps, mentorship, and networking opportunities, focusing on youth, innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology.

Table of Contents

iHatch objectives

Support entrepreneurs that use creative commercial services and products to address social challenges.
Assist entrepreneurs in developing viable and scalable business models through a 5-month intensive incubation program involving coaching, lectures, and boot camps.
Focus support on key IT sectors such as FinTech, AgriTech, HealthTech, EdTech, and GovTech to enhance Nigeria’s digital innovation landscape.
Create opportunities for startups to network with peers, industry experts, and potential partners through the program’s events and coworking spaces, building a supportive entrepreneurial community.

READ: SMEDAN Garments Cluster Support Scheme Loan Program- Apply Here

Eligibility Criteria? A Glimpse at the Requirements

These are the mandatory requirements for eligibility below :

Startup Stage

Startups can be at either the idea stage or have an existing Minimum Viable Product (MVP) . Both stages are welcome to apply.

Legal Entity Registration

Startups do not need to be registered at the time of application but must commit to registering with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) during the programme.

Location

Operating in Nigeria, Registered with CAC

Who can apply?

Individuals/groups with an innovative business plan with a product or prototype that would aid in developing the Nigerian economy
Individuals/groups willing to establish a legal company and begin business operations in Nigeria
Participants must be at least 18 years old
All sectors include; Education Technology (Edtech), Agricultural Technology (Agritech), Health Technology (Healthtech), Financial Technology (Fintech), Logistics, Security, Government Technology (Govtech)

READ: Link to Apply for Creative Economy Development Fund CEDF