Social Impact Startup Grants in India

Funding for social-impact and edtech startups in India — grants and fellowships backing founders solving education, livelihoods and development problems with a measurable mission.

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₹45LFrom
by IIMA Ventures

Bharat Inclusion Initiative by IIMA Ventures

IIMA Ventures' Bharat Inclusion Initiative offers incubation and over ₹45 lakh in milestone-linked funding for startups in fintech, livelihoods, and skilling, focused on low-income segments across India.

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Rolling — always openView
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₹3L – ₹5LRange
by Ratan Tata Innovation Hub (RTIH)

AP Build Grant — Build with AI: RTIH Startup Sprint

Equity-free grant of ₹3 lakh to ₹5 lakh for Andhra Pradesh-based startups and MSMEs, combined with a 4-week intensive sprint to develop an AI prototype.

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Closes in 12d (14 Jun 2026)View

Frequently asked questions

What founders ask about social impact funding.

What is a social-impact grant?
Funding that weights measurable social outcomes — beneficiaries reached, learning gains, livelihoods created — alongside (or above) commercial return.
Are impact grants only for non-profits?
No — many back for-profit startups with a clear impact thesis. Each programme's eligibility is on its detail page.

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