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HP Udgam Cohort 2025 Round-II

by Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL)

Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited's HP Udgam Cohort 2025 – Round II supports early-stage startups with innovative solutions.

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Startup funding in India — FAQs

What types of startup funding are available in India?
Indian startups raise three broad kinds of capital: non-dilutive grants and subsidies from central and state governments (you keep full ownership), equity funding from accelerators, incubators and seed investors (you give up a share of the company), and venture debt or working-capital loans you repay over time. startupfunds.in lists all three so you can compare them side by side.
Are government startup grants in India really equity-free?
Most government grants — schemes like the Startup India Seed Fund, state startup-policy grants and central R&D programmes — are non-dilutive: you don't surrender equity or repay the money if you meet the milestones. A few programmes mix a grant with a convertible or loan component, so every program page flags the exact funding type and amount up front.
Who is eligible for startup grants in India?
Eligibility varies by program, but the common gates are your startup's stage (idea, prototype, early revenue), your sector, whether the company is registered in India, and — for many central schemes — DPIIT 'Startup India' recognition. Each listing shows its full eligibility criteria so you can check exactly what a program requires before you apply.
How do I apply for a startup grant?
Read the eligibility, gather the required documents (incorporation certificate, pitch deck, financials and, where needed, DPIIT recognition), then apply through the official program portal or email listed on its page. Every program page publishes the apply link and a step-by-step how-to-apply section — the facts are never behind a login wall.
Is startupfunds.in free to use?
Yes. Browsing funding programs — amounts, deadlines, eligibility and how to apply — is completely free and needs no account. A free account unlocks extras like saving programs and deeper analysis, but the core facts are always open and readable.
How current is the funding information?
We track 472+ live programs from 304+ verified funders and verify new opportunities every month. Each program page carries its latest deadline and status, and closed programs are clearly marked so you never waste time on an expired call.
What's the difference between a grant, venture debt and equity funding?
A grant is money you don't repay or dilute for — ideal early on, but competitive. Equity funding (angels, seed VCs, accelerators) brings larger cheques and mentorship in exchange for ownership. Venture debt is borrowed capital you repay with interest, useful to extend runway without giving up more equity. Most founders use a mix as they grow.
Do I need DPIIT recognition to get startup funding?
Not always. DPIIT 'Startup India' recognition unlocks many central schemes, tax benefits and the Seed Fund, so it's worth getting — but plenty of state grants, accelerators and private programs accept startups without it. Filter by what you have today, and add recognition as you grow.
What is non-dilutive funding?
Non-dilutive funding is capital you raise without giving up any ownership — grants, subsidies, awards and most government schemes. You keep 100% of your equity, unlike a seed or venture round where investors take a stake in return for their cheque.
Can pre-revenue or idea-stage startups get funding?
Yes. India has dedicated idea- and prototype-stage schemes — proof-of-concept grants, incubator seed funds and the Startup India Seed Fund — built for founders before they have revenue. Cheques are smaller and eligibility is often lighter than growth-stage programmes.
Are there startup grants for women founders or students?
Yes. Several central and state schemes, incubators and challenge programmes are reserved for or weighted toward women entrepreneurs, students and first-time founders. Use the eligibility filters to surface the ones you qualify for.
Do Indian state governments offer their own startup grants?
Yes. Most states run a startup policy with their own grants, seed funds and reimbursements, often on top of central schemes. Filter by state to see programmes tied to where your startup is registered.
How much grant funding can a startup get?
It ranges from a few lakh at idea stage to several crore for deeptech and growth-stage R&D. The amount depends on the scheme, your stage and sector — each listing shows its exact ceiling and whether it's paid as a lump sum or in milestone-based tranches.
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What is startupfunds.in?

startupfunds.in is a free, independent directory of startup funding in India. This page pulls together the three main ways founders raise capital — government grants, equity and accelerator programs, and venture debt — into one searchable list, currently covering 472+ live programs from 304+ verified funders worth ₹₹382.1Cr+ in listed funding.

It's built for Indian founders who want the facts without a paywall. Every listing shows the funding amount, deadline, eligibility and a direct apply link. Browse by category, or narrow down by sector, stage, state and eligibility — such as grants for women founders or DPIIT-recognised schemes — to find programs that fit your startup.

Unlike subscription tools, startupfunds.in keeps grant facts and how-to-apply guidance open and free — every program page includes a step-by-step how-to-apply section, the full eligibility criteria and the official apply link, so you can check what fits your startup and apply yourself at no cost.