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Startup grants in India

Non-dilutive government schemes and institutional grants for Indian startups — capital you never repay and never give up equity for. Filter by sector, amount, stage and deadline.

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₹4L – ₹7LRange

MeitY Startup Hub - TIDE 2.0 Scheme

under TIDE 2.0 (Technology Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs) · by Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)

TIDE 2.0 is a MeitY scheme that provides grants of ₹4L–₹7L to tech startups in IoT, AI, Blockchain, etc., via incubation centers across India.

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iDEX Open Challenge

by Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX)

The iDEX Open Challenge invites Indian startups, innovators, and MSMEs to propose cutting-edge technologies and products for the defence and aerospace sectors, offering grants up to ₹1.5 crore and direct engagement with the military.

30 Sept 2026
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Maruti Suzuki Accelerator Program Cohort 12

by Maruti Suzuki India

Maruti Suzuki Accelerator Cohort 12 offers startups in mobility, sustainability, manufacturing, AI, and emerging technologies the opportunity for equity-free strategic investment, mentorship, and access to Maruti Suzuki's resources.

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Hyundai Innovation Challenge 2026

by Hyundai Motor India Limited

A 6-month innovation challenge by Hyundai to co-develop cutting-edge solutions with startups in electrification, mobility, AI, and next-gen vehicle tech, offering PoC grants and market access.

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