Department of Science & Technology is a government body with 7 startup funding programmes on startupfunds. Browse every opportunity below, with eligibility, amounts and how to apply.
Department of Science & Technology runs 7 startup funding programs listed on startupfunds, spanning grant funding ₹10,000 – ₹1.5Cr. 6 are accepting applications right now.
Central government department promoting S&T innovation and startup ecosystem via NIDHI programs
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NIDHI-Seed Support System (SSS) provides grants up to ₹1Cr to tech startups incubated at DST-approved TBIs, supporting proof of concept to commercialization.
A stipend-based program by DST that supports aspiring entrepreneurs with mentorship and co-working space at participating TBIs.
NIDHI-PRAYAS provides up to ₹10L in grant funding for young innovators to develop prototypes at Technology Business Incubators across India.
A government mission establishing 25 Technology Innovation Hubs to advance Cyber-Physical Systems research, startup incubation, and commercialization.
A grant of up to ₹1.5 crore for joint Indo-Swedish R&D projects focusing on green transition in steel and cement industries.
A non-dilutive grant of up to ₹1.5 crore for joint India-Canada R&D projects between Indian companies and Canadian partners.
Recently closed — many run again, so they're worth tracking for the next cohort.
Up to ₹10L grant for Healthcare & ICT startups under NIDHI iTBI at Assam down town University. Closes 25 July 2025.
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