Grant
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Andhra University Centenary Innovation & Impact Grant (AUCIIG) — RUSA 2.0
by Andhra University
Up to ₹5L grant for Andhra University students, faculty, and researchers building innovations and startups.
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ViewGaming & Media Startup Grants in India
Startup grants for gaming, media and web3 founders in India include patent-cost reimbursement of ₹2 lakh to ₹10 lakh under the Karnataka Startup Policy, university innovation grants of up to ₹5 lakh and blockchain incubation at IIM Lucknow's Enterprise Incubation Centre. For animation, VFX and gaming, the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies in Mumbai, the National Centre of Excellence for AVGC-XR under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, aims to set up an incubation centre.
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Subsidy
₹2L – ₹10LRange
Patent Reimbursement Incentives: Karnataka Startup Policy
under Karnataka Startup Policy · by KBITS, Government of Karnataka
Reimbursement of patent filing fees (₹2L–₹10L) for KBITS-registered incubated startups in Karnataka.
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UDBHAV 3.0 Blockchain Incubation — IIML EIC CoE
by IIM Lucknow Enterprise Incubation Centre
Free 6-month blockchain incubation at IIM Lucknow — UP registered, DPIIT recognised startups.
Closed (18 Jun 2026)
ViewFrequently asked questions
What founders ask about gaming & media funding.
What is the National Centre of Excellence for AVGC-XR?
It is a Section 8 company, named the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies, in Mumbai, set up by the Government of India with industry partners to train talent and incubate in animation, visual effects, gaming and immersive media.
Are there grants only for game developers?
Few programmes are gaming-only; most founders combine sector-agnostic grants and incubation with media and technology programmes.
Top stages for gaming & media grants
Stages with the most gaming & media programs.