SheConnects Digital Accelerator India 2026

SheConnects Digital Accelerator India 2026

SheConnects Digital Accelerator India 2026 is a grant initiative focused on accelerating women’s digital inclusion across India. The program supports high-impact, proven and scalable solutions that help women and girls gain meaningful access to digital technologies, skills, opportunities and safer online environments.

The initiative is presented as a flagship program in partnership with the Gates Foundation and managed by the GSMA Foundation, with a focus on supporting organisations capable of delivering measurable impact at scale.

Grant Funding

Eligible non-profit organisations may receive grant funding of up to ₹4.2 Crore, subject to the programme's eligibility requirements, assessment process, selection criteria and applicable funding guidelines.

The funding is intended to support organisations working on impactful solutions that advance women’s digital inclusion across India.

Who Can Apply?

The program is primarily intended for eligible non-profit organisations that:

* Are registered and operating in India
* Work on digital adoption and meaningful digital use among women and girls
* Have the capacity to implement projects across target locations in India
* Demonstrate a strong commitment to gender equality and inclusion
* Work with underserved or excluded communities
* Have a proven, validated or scaling solution
* Can demonstrate the ability to deliver measurable project outcomes
* Meet the programme's funding and application requirements
* Can provide the required application information in English

Key Focus Areas

The program focuses on solutions that address important barriers to women’s participation in the digital economy and society.

1. Digital Access
Expanding access to internet connectivity and digital services for women and girls.

2. Digital Literacy & Skills
Building digital skills, confidence and capabilities that enable women to participate meaningfully in the digital ecosystem.

3. Online Safety & Security
Promoting safer, secure and responsible digital experiences for women and girls.

4. Women’s Digital Inclusion
Creating opportunities for women's empowerment, participation, leadership and economic advancement through digital technologies.

5. Inclusive Digital Ecosystems
Strengthening digital solutions and ecosystems that promote equitable and inclusive development.

Key Benefits
Selected organisations may receive support through:
• Grant Funding – Financial support for eligible high-impact solutions
• Scale-Up Support – Opportunity to expand proven solutions to a larger target population
• Digital Inclusion Impact – Support for initiatives improving women's access and participation
• Ecosystem Opportunities – Potential connections with relevant stakeholders and partners
• Capacity & Growth Support – Support aimed at strengthening implementation and impact
• National-Level Impact – Opportunity to address women's digital inclusion challenges across India
Important Eligibility Requirement
This programme is not intended for idea-stage projects.
The opportunity is designed for organisations with proven, validated or scaling solutions that can demonstrate the ability to implement the proposed project and create measurable impact.
Suitable Organisations
The opportunity can be relevant for non-profit organisations working on areas such as:
• Women's empowerment
• Digital inclusion
• Digital literacy
• Internet access
• Digital skills development
• Online safety
• Technology for social impact
• Inclusive technology
• Community development
• Digital entrepreneurship
• Economic empowerment of women
• Technology-enabled social development
Application Considerations
Applicants should be prepared to demonstrate:
• Organisational eligibility
• Existing solution or programme maturity
• Evidence of impact or validation
• Target beneficiaries and locations
• Implementation capability
• Scalability of the proposed solution
• Commitment to gender equality and inclusion
• Clear project objectives and expected outcomes
• Relevant documentation and programme information
How FinGrow Consultancy Services Can Help
FinGrow Consultancy Services provides end-to-end support for organisations exploring grant opportunities, including:
• Eligibility Assessment
• Grant Opportunity Evaluation
• Proposal / Concept Note Preparation
• Project Documentation
• Impact & Outcome Framework
• Budget & Financial Planning
• Application Preparation
• Application Submission Assistance
• Follow-up & Grant Support
Take the Next Step
If your organisation is working to improve women’s digital inclusion and already has a proven or validated solution, SheConnects Digital Accelerator India 2026 may provide an opportunity to scale your impact.
Connect with FinGrow Consultancy Services for eligibility assessment and professional grant application support.
Important: Grant amount, eligibility, selection, programme scope and application requirements are subject to the official programme guidelines and the final decision of the programme authorities.