Cloud Storage Reimbursement

The Cloud Storage Reimbursement program, launched by the Department of Industries & Commerce, Government of Haryana as part of the Haryana Startup Policy 2022, helps startups manage the cost of cloud infrastructure. Managed by Startup Haryana, the state’s dedicated startup support unit, this policy is designed to make Haryana a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. By reimbursing a significant portion of cloud storage and computing expenses, the program reduces operational overhead and frees up capital for core business activities such as product development and market expansion. Eligible startups can get 75% of their actual cloud costs refunded up to ₹2.5 lakh per year for five years. Only expenses from recognised providers like AWS, GCP, or Microsoft Azure that are essential to the startup’s operations are covered. This is a pure subsidy with no equity taken, and applications are processed online via the Invest Haryana portal.

• 75% reimbursement of actual cloud costs incurred.
• Annual cap of ₹2,50,000; benefit available for up to five years.
• Open only to DPIIT-recognised startups registered in Haryana.
• Covers cloud expenses on AWS, GCP, and Microsoft Azure for business operations.
• No equity dilution – it is a pure subsidy.

To qualify, a startup must have DPIIT recognition, be registered and actively operating in Haryana, and use cloud infrastructure from AWS, GCP, or Microsoft Azure for core business operations. Cloud invoices must be in the startup’s name and include GST. Eligible entity types: private limited companies, LLPs, and partnerships. Startups at any stage—idea, product, revenue, or profitable—can apply.

Cloud Storage Reimbursement is open to startups at the idea, product, revenue and profitable 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.

Cloud Storage Reimbursement 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.

Eligible startups get 75% reimbursement of actual cloud storage and computing costs, capped at ₹2,50,000 per year. This support is available for up to five years, starting from the date of first claim approval. The funds are distributed as a non‐dilutive subsidy—no equity is taken and no repayment is required. By covering a large share of cloud infrastructure expenses, the program allows startups to allocate more resources to innovation, product development, and customer growth.

Cloud Storage Reimbursement 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 are submitted through the Invest Haryana online portal. Required documents include DPIIT certificate, cloud provider invoices (itemised, with GST), corresponding payment proofs, and bank details. Claims are made annually. The Department of Industries verifies the eligibility of the expenses and applicant, then approves the reimbursement. Once approved, 75% of the claimed amount is disbursed, subject to the annual cap of ₹2.5 lakh. The process continues for up to five years per startup.

Before you apply to Cloud Storage Reimbursement, 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.

Cloud Storage Reimbursement is best suited for idea, product, revenue and profitable-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.