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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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Renewable Energy Incubation Centre

by NSRCEL, IIM Bangalore

The Renewable Energy Incubation Centre by NSRCEL and partners empowers clean energy startups with tailored mentorship, lab access, market entry, and funding support to validate, pilot, and scale solutions for India's energy future.

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₹5.8L – ₹16.6LRange

GFCF Fund

by Global Fund for Community Foundations

Grants from US$7,000 to US$20,000 for community-philanthropy organizations globally, with rolling applications and focus on organizational strengthening.

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Start Up Fund

by Oil India Limited

Oil India Limited's Start Up Fund, under the 'SNEH' program, offers technical and financial support along with incubation to DPIIT-recognized startups across ideation, early traction, and scale-up stages.

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₹75LUp to

Faculty Innovation & Startup Traction (FIST)

by BITS BioCyTiH Foundation

BITS BioCyTiH Foundation's FIST program provides up to ₹75 lakh in grants and equity to faculty and scientists for translating TRL 7+ technologies in healthcare, agriculture, and environment into commercial products.

Closes in 3d (20 Jul 2026)
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