Assistance for Participation in Acceleration Programs

The Haryana Startup Policy 2022, through the Department of Industries & Commerce and Startup Haryana, offers a reimbursement subsidy to local startups that participate in recognized acceleration programs. The aim is to remove financial barriers that might prevent founders from accessing high-quality mentorship, investor networks, and market opportunities. Eligible startups can recover up to ₹2,50,000 per year for program fees, travel, lodging, and other directly linked expenses. This support is available on a rolling basis, meaning startups can apply at any time after completing an accelerator. The subsidy is non-dilutive, so no equity is taken, and it covers both domestic and international programs. By easing the cost of acceleration, the program helps Haryana-based startups scale faster and compete more effectively.

• Up to ₹2.5 lakh yearly reimbursement for accelerator participation.
• Must be a DPIIT-recognized startup based in Haryana.
• Covers program fees, travel, lodging, and associated costs.
• Rolling deadline—apply any time after completing an accelerator.
• No equity taken—this is a subsidy.
• Application through Invest Haryana portal only.

To be eligible, a startup must hold a valid DPIIT recognition from the Government of India. It must be registered and physically based in Haryana. The startup must have been accepted into or have already participated in a legitimate domestic or international accelerator program and provide a formal acceptance letter from the accelerator. Eligible legal structures include private limited companies, limited liability partnerships (LLPs), and partnership firms. The startup can be at any stage—idea, product, or revenue—as long as it meets the DPIIT and Haryana residency requirements. All expense bills and invoices for program fees, travel, and lodging must be submitted with the reimbursement claim.

Assistance for Participation in Acceleration Programs is open to startups at the idea, product and revenue stage. The programme is targeted at startups registered in Haryana. Applicants should be registered as private limited, llp and partnership. Applicants must hold DPIIT (Startup India) recognition.

Assistance for Participation in Acceleration Programs 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.

The program provides a reimbursement of up to ₹2,50,000 per financial year. Covered costs include accelerator program fees, travel expenses, lodging, and any other directly associated operational costs. This financial support enables startups to participate in structured growth programs without worrying about upfront costs. Benefits of joining an accelerator include expert mentorship, introductions to investors, networking with industry leaders, and exposure to new markets. The subsidy is paid after the program is completed and expenses are verified.

Assistance for Participation in Acceleration Programs is offered by Department of Industries & Commerce, Government of Haryana, a government body. As a government-backed subsidy, 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.

Applications must be submitted through the official Invest Haryana portal after the startup has completed its participation in the accelerator program. Required documents include the DPIIT recognition certificate, the accelerator's formal offer or acceptance letter, detailed expense receipts and invoices, and the startup's bank details for fund transfer. The Department of Industries & Commerce verifies the submitted documents against the actual expenses incurred. Once verification is successful, the reimbursement of up to ₹2.5 lakh per year is processed and disbursed directly to the startup's bank account.

Before you apply to Assistance for Participation in Acceleration Programs, keep these documents ready — note the program-specific requirements at the top:

• DPIIT (Startup India) recognition certificate — mandatory for this program
• Certificate of incorporation showing your startup is registered as private limited and llp
• 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.

Assistance for Participation in Acceleration Programs is best suited for idea, product and revenue-stage startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹2.5L. Because DPIIT recognition is mandatory, it is aimed at startups already registered under Startup India. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.