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Startup equity & accelerator funding in India

Seed funding, accelerators and equity investment programs for high-growth Indian startups. Compare cheque sizes, equity terms and eligibility.

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₹45LFrom
by IIMA Ventures

Bharat Inclusion Initiative by IIMA Ventures

IIMA Ventures' Bharat Inclusion Initiative offers incubation and over ₹45 lakh in milestone-linked funding for startups in fintech, livelihoods, and skilling, focused on low-income segments across India.

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₹21L – ₹4.2CrRange
by 888VC

GRO8 Cohort 2 by 888VC

The GRO8 Cohort 2 by 888VC is an AI-powered accelerator program for pre-seed and seed-stage technology startups, offering investments starting from ₹20.8 Lakhs.

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₹50LUp to
by GUSEC

NIDHI SSS Seed Support at GUSEC

GUSEC offers seed funding up to ₹50 lakh (equity or debt) to deeptech Indian startups incubated at its facility.

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by IKN Innovation Foundation, IMI Kolkata

NEEV Startup Kickstart Program – Pre-Incubation Cohort 2026

The NEEV Startup Kickstart Program offers pre-incubation support for early-stage and student entrepreneurs, providing structured guidance to a limited number of selected ventures.

IncubationEarly Stage
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₹9CrUp to
by Forum Ventures

Pre Seed Fund

Equity funding at the pre-seed stage for B2B SaaS and AI technology companies by Forum Ventures.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything founders ask before applying.

How are grants different from loans or equity?
Grants are non-dilutive — you don't repay them and you don't give up equity. Equity programs invest in exchange for a stake; debt is borrowed capital you repay, often against revenue.
Who is eligible for government startup funding?
It varies by program, but most require DPIIT recognition, recent incorporation, and a tech-enabled product or service. The full criteria are listed on each program's detail page.
Do I need DPIIT recognition to apply?
For most central government schemes, yes. Many private and international programs do not require it.
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How often is the list updated?
Regularly. Deadlines, amounts and statuses are checked against official sources, and closed programs are clearly marked.