Startup Grants Rolling in India

Startup funding programmes in India that accept applications on a rolling basis, with no fixed closing date — apply when you are ready rather than racing a deadline. Compare funding amounts and eligibility.

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EPAM Social Impact Innovation Program - 4th Cohort

by Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE), IIIT Hyderabad

A 4-6 month acceleration program offering milestone-based grants of up to ₹5L for tech-based social enterprises in green sectors, with mentorship, workshops, and access to IIIT Hyderabad resources.

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₹10L – ₹25LRange

Agri-Tech Grant Scheme

by Department of Agricultural Marketing & Agri Business, Government of Tamil Nadu

Grant for DPIIT-registered Tamil Nadu agritech startups: ₹10L early-stage or ₹25L for market expansion.

GovernmentUnder ₹50 Lakh
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Incubation Program at KIET

by TBI-KIET

A grant-based incubation program at KIET offering up to ₹10L funding, mentorship, lab access, and investor connections for early-stage startups in tech-driven domains.

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Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX)

under iDEX (Innovations for Defence Excellence) · by Ministry of Defence

A Ministry of Defence initiative providing grants, mentorship, and test facilities to startups and innovators developing solutions for Defence and Aerospace.

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NIDHI - Seed Support System (NIDHI-SSS)

under NIDHI-SSS (Seed Support System) · by Department of Science & Technology

NIDHI-Seed Support System (SSS) provides grants up to ₹1Cr to tech startups incubated at DST-approved TBIs, supporting proof of concept to commercialization.

Government₹1 Crore+
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MeitY TIDE 2.0 Grant at PSG-STEP

under TIDE 2.0 (Technology Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs) · by PSG-STEP

MeitY TIDE 2.0 Grant at PSG-STEP offers up to ₹7L for early-stage tech startups to develop prototypes into MVPs.

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₹4L – ₹7LRange

MeitY Startup Hub - TIDE 2.0 Scheme

under TIDE 2.0 (Technology Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs) · by Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)

TIDE 2.0 is a MeitY scheme that provides grants of ₹4L–₹7L to tech startups in IoT, AI, Blockchain, etc., via incubation centers across India.

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MeitY TIDE 2.0 Grant at SINE IIT Bombay

under TIDE 2.0 (Technology Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs) · by SINE, IIT Bombay

MeitY TIDE 2.0 Grant at SINE IIT Bombay provides up to ₹7L non-dilutive grant for early-stage ICT startups with proof of concept.

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₹10,000 – ₹30,000Range

NIDHI Entrepreneur-in-Residence

under NIDHI-EIR (Entrepreneur in Residence) · by Department of Science & Technology

A stipend-based program by DST that supports aspiring entrepreneurs with mentorship and co-working space at participating TBIs.

GovernmentUnder ₹10 Lakh
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100X.VC Investment Program

by 100X.VC

100X.VC offers seed investment of ₹1.25 crore via iSAFE notes to early-stage Indian startups, along with mentorship and a 6-week masterclass. Rolling applications.

₹1 Crore+
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₹63L – ₹90LRange

Alchemist Japan

by Alchemist Accelerator

Three-month in-person accelerator for early-stage enterprise tech startups with global potential.

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Alchemist Doha

by Alchemist Accelerator

Alchemist Doha is an accelerator for enterprise tech startups from Qatar, MENA, and emerging markets, offering investment and ecosystem integration for global scale.

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herSTART 5th Edition

by GUSEC

Women-led startups can access grants up to ₹50L and investments up to ₹5Cr through GUSEC's herSTART 5th Edition, a free incubation and acceleration program.

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Innovate with SSDI 2026

by Incubation Centre IIT Patna

A grant-based collaboration for prototype-to-revenue startups in enterprise AI and smart solutions.

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WE-Engage SPARK Cohort 3

by WE Hub

12-week accelerator for women-led startups with validated MVP and early traction in India. Offers mentorship, bootcamps, funding access, and investor networking.

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MAGIC Seed Fund Support Scheme

by Marathwada Accelerator for Growth & Incubation Council (MAGIC)

Seed fund for Maharashtra startups from PoC to commercialization.

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NewGen IEDC Grant Support

by NewGen IEDC

DST's NewGen IEDC grant supports student-led science & tech projects with up to ₹2.5L for prototype development, mentoring, and company registration.

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Maharashtra Startup Week

by Maharashtra State Innovation Society (MSInS)

A Government of Maharashtra grant program offering top startups work orders, mentoring, and access to government machinery to pilot solutions in state departments.

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CG Vehicle Reg Fee Subsidy — 100% Refund, Up to 30 MT

by Department of Industries, Government of Chhattisgarh

A Chhattisgarh government subsidy that refunds 100% of the vehicle registration charge and national permit charge for logistics enterprises running vehicles of up to 30 metric tons. Part of the Chhattisgarh Logistics Package 2022, with rolling applications.

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AP TAG 4.0 PLI Top-up Subsidy — 10% Top-Up for Textile Units

by Department of Handlooms and Textiles, Government of Andhra Pradesh

A rolling Andhra Pradesh subsidy that tops up the incentive a Sub-Large or Large enterprise has already been sanctioned under a Government of India PLI or state-notified central scheme — 10% of that incentive, capped at 5% of the project's eligible Fixed Capital Investment and paid across five years.

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NIDHI-SSS at RIIDL — Seed Funding for Incubated Tech Startups

by RIIDL, Somaiya Vidyavihar University

NIDHI-Seed Support System at RIIDL gives early-stage, innovation-led Indian startups flexible seed capital — as a grant, convertible or soft loan, equity, or a blend — along with incubation, mentorship and market support. Applications stay open round the year.

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HP Stamp Duty & Fee Exemption — Up to 50% for MSMEs

by Department of Industries, Government of Himachal Pradesh (Startup Himachal)

A Himachal Pradesh incentive that waives a share of the stamp duty and registration charges payable by MSMEs, Large Enterprises and Anchor Enterprises setting up or expanding in Category A, B or C areas of the state.

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₹2,000 – ₹10,000Range

Support for Digital Marketing — ₹2,000–₹10,000 for West Bengal Artisans

by Department of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and Textiles, Government of West Bengal

A West Bengal government grant that helps individual artisans and industrial cooperative societies pay for digital marketing and e-commerce access. Individual artisans receive ₹2,000; cooperative societies receive ₹10,000. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

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Mukhyamantri Gramin Street Vendor Rin Yojana: MP Rural Vendor Loans

by Panchayat and Rural Development Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh

A Madhya Pradesh government loan scheme that gives rural street vendors and migrant workers bank finance for low-cost equipment and working capital, with EDP training for those starting a new business. Applications run on a rolling basis.

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Charmashilpa Scheme: ₹10L Aid for Karnataka Leather Artisans

by Karnataka State Leather Industries Development Corporation (LIDKAR)

A Karnataka government scheme that gives leather artisans, artisan SHGs and co-operative societies up to ₹10 lakh per production unit — half as a ₹5 lakh subsidy and half as a ₹5 lakh bank loan — to modernise their workshops. Applications run on a rolling basis through the Seva Sindhu portal.

Equity-FreeGovernmentUnder ₹10 Lakh
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Term Loan Scheme for Backward Classes — ₹15 Lakh Loan in Haryana

by Haryana Backward Classes and Economically Weaker Sections Kalyan Nigam

The Haryana Backward Classes and Economically Weaker Sections Kalyan Nigam gives term loans of up to ₹15 lakh at 6% to 8% annual interest to Backward Class residents of Haryana, so they can start a venture, buy equipment or build skills. Applications stay open all year on the Antyodaya-SARAL portal.

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Scheme for Tourism-related Activities — PIPDIC Loans up to ₹12 Cr

by Pondicherry Industrial Promotion Development and Investment Corporation (PIPDIC)

Need-based PIPDIC loans for entrepreneurs setting up, expanding or modernising tourism ventures in Puducherry — from amusement parks and convention centres to restaurants and tourist service agencies. Project cost up to ₹12 crore, with repayment spread over up to 10 years.

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Equipment Refinance Scheme — Up to ₹90L Loan for Puducherry SSI Units

by Pondicherry Industrial Promotion Development and Investment Corporation (PIPDIC)

PIPDIC's Equipment Refinance Scheme gives well-performing Small Scale Industrial units in Puducherry need-based loans of up to ₹90 lakh to buy machinery, modernise plant or expand capacity, at tiered interest rates starting from 10% p.a.

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Big Loan Scheme — ₹5L Term Loan for Delhi SC/OBC/Minority & PwD Entrepreneurs

by Delhi SC/ST/OBC/Minorities/Handicapped Financial and Development Corporation (DSFDC)

The Big Loan Scheme from DSFDC gives Delhi residents from Scheduled Caste, Other Backward Class, Minority, Safai Karamchari and Persons with Disabilities communities a term loan of up to ₹5 lakh to set up non-polluting income-generating businesses. Applications remain open round the year.

Equity-FreeGovernmentUnder ₹10 Lakh
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Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme: Quality Certification Aid up to ₹10 Lakh for MSMEs

by Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat

A Gujarat government subsidy that reimburses 50% of national and international quality certification fees, pays 50% of testing equipment cost up to ₹10 lakh, and covers 65% of ERP implementation cost up to ₹1 lakh for manufacturing MSMEs. Applications run on a rolling basis via the Investor Facilitation Portal.

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Goa FICIPRRS — Up to ₹15L Certification & IPR Fee Reimbursement

by Directorate of Industries, Trade and Commerce, Government of Goa

A reimbursement scheme from the Directorate of Industries, Trade and Commerce, Government of Goa that pays back up to ₹8 lakh of quality certification costs and up to ₹15 lakh of intellectual property registration fees for industrial units, recognised hospitals and educational institutions in the state.

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Kisan Credit Card (Pashupalan) — Subsidised Livestock Loans, MP

by Animal Husbandry and Dairy Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh

A Government of Madhya Pradesh scheme that gives livestock farmers, dairy producers and cooperative society members short-term working capital loans through the Kisan Credit Card route, with an interest subsidy on the sanctioned amount.

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Maruti Suzuki Accelerator Program Cohort 12

by Maruti Suzuki India

Maruti Suzuki Accelerator Cohort 12 offers startups in mobility, sustainability, manufacturing, AI, and emerging technologies the opportunity for equity-free strategic investment, mentorship, and access to Maruti Suzuki's resources.

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Hyundai Innovation Challenge 2026

by Hyundai Motor India Limited

A 6-month innovation challenge by Hyundai to co-develop cutting-edge solutions with startups in electrification, mobility, AI, and next-gen vehicle tech, offering PoC grants and market access.

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₹4.2Cr – ₹41.5CrRange

Surge by Peak XV

by Peak XV Partners

Surge offers up to $5M in seed capital, full-stack support, and access to a global network for audacious early-stage founders.

International₹1 Crore+
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Cisco LaunchPad

by Cisco

Cisco LaunchPad is a B2B Corporate Accelerator program designed to propel deep-tech startups working in disruptive technologies through grants, mentorship, and extensive tech and investor access.

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Start Up Fund

by Oil India Limited

Oil India Limited's Start Up Fund, under the 'SNEH' program, offers technical and financial support along with incubation to DPIIT-recognized startups across ideation, early traction, and scale-up stages.

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₹5.8L – ₹16.6LRange

GFCF Fund

by Global Fund for Community Foundations

Grants from US$7,000 to US$20,000 for community-philanthropy organizations globally, with rolling applications and focus on organizational strengthening.

Equity-FreeInternationalUnder ₹50 Lakh
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₹3L – ₹5LRange

NIEPA Grant-in-Aid Scheme

by National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration

The NIEPA Grant-in-Aid Scheme provides non-dilutive funding to educational institutions, universities, research organizations, and NGOs for studies, evaluations, and conferences in educational planning and administration.

Equity-FreeGovernmentUnder ₹10 Lakh
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₹25LUp to

Matching Grant Scheme

by Goa Startup Mission

Goa Startup Mission offers an equity co-investment of 25% matching funds, up to ₹25 lakh, for Goa-based pre-product launch startups that have raised prior funding from a recognized source.

GovernmentUnder ₹50 Lakh
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RNS Hack_Overflow 2.0

by RNS Institute of Technology

RNS Hack_Overflow 2.0 is an annual 24-hour hackathon in Bengaluru hosted by RNS Institute of Technology, open to students and tech enthusiasts, with prizes up to ₹49,500 sponsored by Polygon, ETHIndia, and Aptos.

Equity-FreeCompetitionUnder ₹10 Lakh
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₹1.9Cr – ₹124.5CrRange

Global Innovation Fund (GIF)

by Global Innovation Fund

Global Innovation Fund (GIF) provides flexible, tiered funding (grants, debt, equity) and technical support to social innovations aiming to improve the lives of people living in poverty across the developing world.

International₹1 Crore+
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Renewable Energy Incubation Centre

by NSRCEL, IIM Bangalore

The Renewable Energy Incubation Centre by NSRCEL and partners empowers clean energy startups with tailored mentorship, lab access, market entry, and funding support to validate, pilot, and scale solutions for India's energy future.

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₹2.9Cr – ₹19CrRange

100Unicorns Accelerator VC Program

by 100Unicorns

100Unicorns is India's first Accelerator VC, providing seed funding and extensive acceleration support to early-stage startups across diverse sectors, from idea to angel stage.

₹1 Crore+
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Call for Incubation

by InFED, IIM Nagpur

IIM Nagpur InFED offers equity-free incubation with mentoring, market support, and funding facilitation for startups in Vidarbha, Maharashtra.

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Rolling does not mean unlimited: providers review in batches and can pause intake when a cohort or budget is full. Check the programme page for current status before you apply.

Frequently asked questions

What founders ask about rolling funding.

What is a rolling application?
A programme with no single closing date. You can submit at any time and the provider reviews applications as they arrive or in periodic batches.
Do rolling programmes ever close?
Yes. Providers can pause or end intake when funds or cohort places run out, so confirm the current status on the official page.
Is it better to apply early to a rolling programme?
Usually. Where funding or places are limited, earlier applications are reviewed while capacity remains. Apply once your documents are complete rather than waiting.

Top sectors for rolling grants

Sectors with the most rolling programs.

SaaS & SoftwareDeeptechBiotech & HealthSocial ImpactClimate & EnergyAgritechManufacturing & MSMESpace & Defence

Top states for rolling grants

States with the most rolling programs.

KeralaTamil NaduJharkhandMadhya PradeshKarnatakaPunjabBihar

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