UP Quality Certification & Patent Reimbursement — Up to ₹1.375 Crore
Uttar Pradesh reimburses startups operating in the state for quality certification and patent filing costs, on a slab basis up to ₹1.375 crore.
- Funding amount
- Varies by program
- Funding type
- Subsidy
- Provider
- Government of Uttar Pradesh (Government)
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
The Government of Uttar Pradesh runs this reimbursement scheme as part of the wider UP Startup Policy. It exists to pay back startups for two specific kinds of spending: getting a product, process or system certified by recognised quality bodies, and filing patents. Claims are accepted on a rolling basis, so there is no fixed window to rush for.
The logic behind the support is simple. Certification and patent filing are costly, and they are usually the first things a young company postpones when cash is tight. By refunding a substantial share of that outlay, the state removes some of the friction from adopting recognised quality standards and from locking down a new invention through intellectual property.
Because the mechanism is a reimbursement rather than an upfront grant, the order of events matters: the startup pays for the certification or the patent filing first, then applies to recover the eligible portion of what it has already spent.
Highlights
- Reimbursement of quality certification and patent filing costs, capped at ₹1.375 crore
- 100% back on the first ₹50 lakh of eligible spend, then 75% and 50% on higher slabs
- Open only to startups operating in Uttar Pradesh
- Claims accepted on a rolling basis — no fixed deadline
- Claims above ₹50 lakh need Executive Committee and Cabinet approval
Who can apply
Two things decide eligibility here — where the startup is based, and whether the covered expenditure has already been made.
- State presence: the startup must be operating in Uttar Pradesh.
- Certification spend: costs incurred while obtaining quality certification from recognised bodies count as eligible expenditure.
- Patent spend: costs incurred while filing a patent also count.
- Money already paid: since this is a reimbursement, the expense must have been incurred and paid before the claim is made.
The scheme is open to "Startups" as that term is defined under the UP Startup Policy — in practice private limited companies, LLPs, OPCs, partnerships and proprietorships that satisfy the policy's general startup criteria. No industry restriction is listed; what matters is that the spend falls into one of the two covered categories.
UP Quality Certification & Patent Reimbursement — Up to ₹1.375 Crore 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
UP Quality Certification & Patent Reimbursement — Up to ₹1.375 Crore 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
Support comes as a reimbursement against eligible expenditure, and the proportion returned depends on how much has been spent.
- First ₹50 lakh of eligible expenditure: reimbursed at 100%.
- The part above ₹50 lakh and up to ₹1 crore: reimbursed at 75%.
- The part above ₹1 crore and up to ₹2 crore: reimbursed at 50%.
Applying those slabs, the maximum a startup can receive is ₹1.375 crore.
Two buckets of spending feed into that calculation: the fees and charges paid for quality certification from recognised bodies, and the costs incurred in filing patents. Both the slab that applies and the eventual payout depend on the eligible expenditure the startup can substantiate.
About the provider
UP Quality Certification & Patent Reimbursement — Up to ₹1.375 Crore is offered by Government of Uttar Pradesh, 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.
How to apply
Applications are submitted on the . Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.
Selection process
Every claim moves through a defined chain of review before any money is released.
- Startup Review Committee of Experts (SRCE): the application is examined first by the SRCE, which records its recommendation.
- Project Implementation Unit (PIU): working from that recommendation, the PIU sanctions expenditure of up to ₹50 lakh.
- Executive Committee (EC): where the claim exceeds ₹50 lakh, the PIU consults the EC and the two jointly make a recommendation.
- Hon. Cabinet: claims above ₹50 lakh then require approval from the Hon. Cabinet.
- Disbursement: once approvals are complete, the eligible amount is paid out to the startup.
In short, smaller claims are cleared at the PIU level, while larger ones travel a longer route because they need sign-off at the cabinet stage.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to UP Quality Certification & Patent Reimbursement — Up to ₹1.375 Crore, 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.
Frequently asked questions
How much money can a startup actually get back?
It depends on how much eligible expenditure you have incurred. The first ₹50 lakh is reimbursed in full, the portion between ₹50 lakh and ₹1 crore is reimbursed at 75%, and the portion between ₹1 crore and ₹2 crore is reimbursed at 50%. Working through those slabs, the ceiling on any single claim is ₹1.375 crore.
Which expenses does the scheme cover?
Two categories only. The first is the cost of obtaining quality certification from recognised bodies, including the fees and charges involved. The second is the cost incurred in filing a patent, along with related charges. Expenditure outside these two buckets does not count towards the reimbursement.
Who is eligible to claim this reimbursement?
The startup must be operating within Uttar Pradesh, and it must have already incurred and paid for the qualifying expense — either quality certification from a recognised body, patent filing costs, or both. The scheme is open to startups as defined under the UP Startup Policy, which typically covers private limited companies, LLPs, OPCs, partnerships and proprietorships that meet the policy's general criteria.
Is there an application deadline I need to watch?
No. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, which means the scheme stays open rather than closing on a particular date. You can apply once the covered expenditure has been incurred and you have the supporting paperwork in hand.
Does the government take equity in my startup in return?
No. This is a cost reimbursement — you spend on certification or patent filing first and the state pays back the eligible share. It is not an investment into your company, so there is no equity or shareholding given up.
How do I apply for the reimbursement?
Claims are submitted through the Uttar Pradesh startup portal at https://startinup.up.gov.in/Registration, addressed to the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) and supported by your documentation. From there the claim enters the review chain — SRCE first, then PIU, and for larger amounts the Executive Committee and the Cabinet.
What documents do I need to submit?
You will need evidence of the expenditure you are claiming. That means invoices, payment proofs, the quality certification certificates themselves, patent filing receipts, and any other documents that demonstrate the costs were actually incurred. A detailed application outlining the claim accompanies these papers.
What happens if my claim is larger than ₹50 lakh?
Claims above ₹50 lakh cannot be cleared by the Project Implementation Unit alone. The PIU consults the Executive Committee (EC) and together they make a recommendation, after which the claim goes to the Hon. Cabinet for final approval. Only after that does disbursement happen, so bigger claims naturally take longer to process than smaller ones.
How long does the reimbursement take to come through?
Timelines vary from case to case. Every claim is reviewed by the Startup Review Committee of Experts (SRCE) and the Project Implementation Unit (PIU). Where the amount exceeds ₹50 lakh, additional approval from the Executive Committee and the Hon. Cabinet is required, which can extend the processing time.
Are all types of companies allowed to apply?
The scheme is open to entities that qualify as startups under the UP Startup Policy. That generally includes private limited companies, LLPs, OPCs, partnerships and proprietorships meeting the policy's criteria — so the structure of your company is less important than whether you fit the policy's startup definition and have made the qualifying expenditure.
Is DPIIT recognition required for UP Quality Certification & Patent Reimbursement — Up to ₹1.375 Crore?
No. DPIIT (Startup India) recognition is not listed as a mandatory requirement for UP Quality Certification & Patent Reimbursement — Up to ₹1.375 Crore, though having it can strengthen your application and unlock other benefits.
Who offers UP Quality Certification & Patent Reimbursement — Up to ₹1.375 Crore?
UP Quality Certification & Patent Reimbursement — Up to ₹1.375 Crore is offered by Government of Uttar Pradesh, a government body. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.
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