Agri-Tech Grant Scheme
Grant for DPIIT-registered Tamil Nadu agritech startups: ₹10L early-stage or ₹25L for market expansion.
- Funding amount
- ₹10L – ₹25L (grant)
- Funding type
- Grant
- Provider
- Department of Agricultural Marketing & Agri Business, Government of Tamil Nadu (Government)
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
The Agri-Tech Grant Scheme, run by the Department of Agricultural Marketing & Agri Business, Government of Tamil Nadu, provides financial assistance to innovative agritech startups in the state. It aims to foster development and scaling of solutions in crop, livestock, and fisheries. Two funding tiers are available: up to ₹10 lakh for early-stage startups and up to ₹25 lakh for those seeking market expansion. Ready-to-eat product startups are not eligible. StartupTN is the ecosystem partner for the scheme.
Highlights
- DPIIT-certified Tamil Nadu agritech startups with low profitability (average profit < ₹5L over 3 years).
- Two funding tiers: ₹10L for early-stage, ₹25L for market expansion.
- Focuses on crop, livestock, and fisheries innovations.
- Excludes ready-to-eat product startups.
- Implemented by Tamil Nadu's Department of Agricultural Marketing & Agri Business with StartupTN as partner.
Who can apply
To apply, your startup must hold a DPIIT certificate and be headquartered in Tamil Nadu. It should be registered as a Private Limited Company, LLP, or Partnership firm. Your average profit over the last three years must be less than ₹5 lakh. You must be working on innovation, development, or improvement of agricultural products or processes. The startup should not be formed by splitting or reconstructing an existing business. There should be no pending dues or blacklisting by any government agency. At least 51% of the shareholding must be held by Indian promoters. Startups working on ready-to-eat products are not eligible.
Agri-Tech Grant Scheme is open to startups at any stage. It is open to startups registered anywhere in India.
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Deadline & timing
Agri-Tech Grant Scheme accepts applications on a rolling basis — there is no fixed cut-off date, so eligible startups can apply at any time. Because rolling programmes can pause without notice, confirm the window is still open on the official site before you start.
What the funding covers
The scheme offers financial assistance of up to ₹10 lakh for early-stage agritech startups and up to ₹25 lakh for those seeking market expansion, directly supporting development and scaling in the agriculture sector.
About the provider
Agri-Tech Grant Scheme is offered by Department of Agricultural Marketing & Agri Business, Government of Tamil Nadu, a government body. As a government-backed grant, it is publicly funded and open to eligible startups across India. You can verify current details and timelines on the provider's official website before applying.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to Agri-Tech Grant Scheme, keep the following documents ready:
- A pitch deck or short business plan describing the problem, product and traction
- Company registration documents and PAN
- Founder identification (PAN / Aadhaar) and brief profiles
- Recent financial statements or projections
- Product details — a demo, prototype or working link if available
Exact requirements are confirmed on the official application portal — treat this as a preparation checklist.
Who this is best for
Agri-Tech Grant Scheme is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹10L – ₹25L. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
How much funding does the Agri-Tech Grant Scheme provide?
The scheme offers up to ₹10 lakh for early-stage startups and up to ₹25 lakh for startups seeking market expansion.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline has not been specified.
Who is eligible to apply?
Startups must have a DPIIT certificate, be headquartered in Tamil Nadu, registered as a Private Limited Company, LLP, or Partnership firm, have an average profit under ₹5 lakh over the last three years, work on agricultural innovation (excluding ready-to-eat products), have at least 51% Indian shareholding, and have no pending dues or blacklisting.
Can startups working on ready-to-eat products apply?
No, ready-to-eat product startups are specifically excluded.
Is DPIIT registration required?
Yes, the startup must have a DPIIT certificate.
Does the program take equity?
No, this is a grant — no equity is taken.
What documents are needed to apply?
The application form and scanned documents are required. Specific document list is not provided, but you must fill the form from form.startuptn.in/AGF and email it.
How do I apply?
Download the application form from form.startuptn.in/AGF, fill it, scan the completed documents, and email them to agrimarkstartuptech@gmail.com. For help, contact the District Deputy Director of Agriculture (Agri Business) in your district.
Which sectors are covered?
The scheme focuses on crop, livestock, and fisheries domains.
Can a startup formed by splitting an existing business apply?
No, startups formed by splitting or reconstructing an existing business are not eligible.
Who offers Agri-Tech Grant Scheme?
Agri-Tech Grant Scheme is offered by Department of Agricultural Marketing & Agri Business, Government of Tamil Nadu, a government body. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.
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