Startup Grants for Revenue-Stage Startups in India

Funding for revenue-stage startups in India — growth grants, scale-up schemes and larger awards for companies already generating sales and ready to expand.

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₹9CrUp to

a16z speedrun

by a16z

a16z Speedrun invests up to $1M in early-stage global startups, providing capital, free credits, and expert support.

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₹5LUp to

Bharat Startup Grand Challenge (BSGC) 2026

by MASA Forum

A DPIIT-approved national challenge for Indian startups with grants up to ₹5L, mentorship, and incubation.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Fintech Biotech & Health Agritech Equity-Free Under ₹10 Lakh

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UDAAN Drone Center of Excellence Program

by SIIC IIT Kanpur

Equity-free drone accelerator at SIIC IIT Kanpur with mentorship and lab infrastructure.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage Space & Defence Equity-Free DPIIT-Recognised

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Tamil Nadu SC/ST Startup Fund (Equity Fund) by StartupTN

by StartupTN

Exclusive equity investment by Government of Tamil Nadu for SC/ST-founded startups domiciled in Tamil Nadu, with over ₹60 crore disbursed to date.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage Government Tamil Nadu

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₹5,000Up to

Madhya Pradesh Startup Policy 2022: Lease Rental Assistance

under Madhya Pradesh Startup Policy 2022 · by Department of MSME, Government of Madhya Pradesh

DPIIT-recognized startups in MP get 50% lease rent reimbursement up to ₹5,000/month for 3 years.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage Equity-Free Government DPIIT-Recognised Madhya Pradesh Under ₹10 Lakh

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₹5LUp to

Punjab Startup Policy: Interest Subsidy Scheme

under Punjab Startup Policy · by Department of Industries & Commerce, Government of Punjab

Annual interest subsidy up to ₹5 Lakh for DPIIT-recognized Punjab startups on business loans.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage Equity-Free Government DPIIT-Recognised Punjab Under ₹10 Lakh

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₹1CrUp to

EngSUI Seed Fund

by SIIC IIT Kanpur

Equity funding up to ₹1 crore for DPIIT-recognised tech startups, supported by Engineers India Limited & SIIC IIT Kanpur, with incubation, IP protection, and milestone-based scaling support.

Revenue-Stage DPIIT-Recognised ₹1 Crore+

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₹1.4CrUp to

Flagship Accelerator

by 500 Global

Flagship Accelerator 500 Global Silicon Valley ₹1.4Cr equity program for early-stage startups.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage ₹1 Crore+

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Jharkhand Startup Policy: Patent Filing Cost Reimbursement

under Jharkhand Startup Policy · by Department of IT and E-Governance, Government of Jharkhand

Full reimbursement of patent filing costs for eligible Jharkhand startups with under ₹25 Cr turnover, fostering innovation and intellectual property protection.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Equity-Free Government Jharkhand

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Emergent Ventures India by Mercatus Center

by Mercatus Center, George Mason University (USA)

Equity-free grant for Indian founders with bold zero-to-one ideas, from Mercatus Center at George Mason University.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Equity-Free International Student Entrepreneurs

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₹50LUp to

TN Space Tech Fund by StartupTN

by StartupTN

Matching equity fund up to ₹50 lakh for DPIIT-recognized space-tech startups in Tamil Nadu, covering satellite tech, GIS, AI for space, orbital logistics, and downstream space applications.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage Space & Defence Government DPIIT-Recognised Tamil Nadu Under ₹50 Lakh

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₹45LFrom

Bharat Inclusion Initiative by IIMA Ventures

by IIMA Ventures

USD 50K+ tranched grant capital plus incubation for fintech, livelihoods and skilling startups serving low-income India.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Fintech Social Impact

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AIC Mahindra Incubation Program

by AIC Mahindra University

Non-monetary incubation for early-stage founders with mentorship, campus facilities, and expert guidance. No equity taken.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Equity-Free

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₹1.8Cr – ₹13.5CrRange

DIV Fund Grant for Global Development Innovations

by DIV Fund

Non-dilutive grants up to ₹13.5 Cr for innovations improving lives in low- and middle-income countries.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage Social Impact Equity-Free International ₹1 Crore+

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₹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.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP SaaS & Software Fintech Biotech & Health Equity-Free Government Karnataka Under ₹10 Lakh

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Zero Equity Incubation Program

by Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)

Zero equity incubation for Indian startups in emerging technologies, with special support for female founders.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP SaaS & Software Biotech & Health Deeptech Equity-Free Government

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₹45LFrom

Women's Economic Empowerment

by IIMA Ventures

IIMA Ventures, with Gates Foundation support, seeks AI/tech startups improving incomes for low-income women in India.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage SaaS & Software Agritech Social Impact

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₹15LUp to

Madhya Pradesh Startup Policy 2022: Investment-Linked Assistance

under Madhya Pradesh Startup Policy 2022 · by Department of MSME, Government of Madhya Pradesh

Government top-up for SEBI/RBI-recognized investments, up to ₹15 Lakh per instance, with women-led bonus.

Revenue-Stage Equity-Free Government DPIIT-Recognised Madhya Pradesh Under ₹50 Lakh

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Assam Scale-Up Grant — up to ₹50L for MASI Startups

by Department of Innovation, Incubation and Start-ups, Government of Assam

Up to ₹50L state grant for MASI-recognised Assam startups — includes ₹5L Idea2POC component.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage Equity-Free Government North-East India Under ₹50 Lakh

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DBDIC Incubation Cohort 2026

by Dr. Bansi Dhar Incubation Centre (DBDIC)

Incubation for deeptech, climate-tech & biotech startups across all stages in Gurugram.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Biotech & Health Agritech Manufacturing & MSME Equity-Free

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₹5LUp to

Jharkhand Startup Policy - Rental Assistance for Startups

under Jharkhand Startup Policy · by Department of IT and E-Governance, Government of Jharkhand

50% reimbursement for office rent in Jharkhand STPIs, SEZs, or IT Parks for eligible startups.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Equity-Free Government Jharkhand Under ₹10 Lakh

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Patent Assistance

under Madhya Pradesh Startup Policy 2022 · by Department of MSME, Government of Madhya Pradesh

Reimbursement of patent filing costs up to ₹5 lakh for DPIIT-recognized MP startups.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Equity-Free Government DPIIT-Recognised Madhya Pradesh Under ₹10 Lakh

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₹3L – ₹7LRange

EDII-TN Innovation Voucher Program — AIC RAISE Hardware Cohort

by AIC RAISE

₹3L–₹7L innovation voucher for Tamil Nadu hardware MSMEs and startups via AIC RAISE.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Manufacturing & MSME Deeptech Equity-Free Tamil Nadu Under ₹10 Lakh

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ACE $100k High-Touch AI Accelerator by Invention Engine

by Invention Engine

ACE $100k is a high-touch, founder-first accelerator for early-stage AI and deeptech startups, offering up to $100K in capital with six months of intensive support across product, GTM, hiring, and fundraising. Only a very small cohort is selected for deep engagement.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage SaaS & Software Deeptech Equity-Free Student Entrepreneurs

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₹5LUp to

Haryana Startup Policy 2022 Lease Rental Subsidy for Startups

under Haryana Startup Policy 2022 · by Department of Industries & Commerce, Government of Haryana

Lease rental reimbursement up to ₹5L/year for DPIIT-recognized startups in Haryana; enhanced subsidy for women-led startups.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Equity-Free Government DPIIT-Recognised Under ₹10 Lakh

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DBDIC Incubation Cohort 2026

by Dr. Bansi Dhar Incubation Centre (DBDIC)

Research-to-market incubation for deep tech startups in climate, biotech, materials, and other emerging technologies.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Biotech & Health Agritech Manufacturing & MSME Equity-Free

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₹10LUp to

Bihar Startup Policy 2022 Seed Grant for Validation-Stage Startups

under Bihar Startup Policy 2022 · by Department of Industries, Government of Bihar

Interest-free seed loan for Bihar-registered validation-stage startups, with bonus for women/SC/ST/differently-abled.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage Equity-Free Government DPIIT-Recognised Bihar Under ₹10 Lakh

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Madhya Pradesh Startup Policy 2022: Margin Money & Interest Subsidy Scheme

under Madhya Pradesh Startup Policy 2022 · by Department of MSME, Government of Madhya Pradesh

Provides margin money and interest subsidy for DPIIT-recognized startups in Madhya Pradesh.

Revenue-Stage Equity-Free Government Women Founders SC / ST Founders DPIIT-Recognised Madhya Pradesh Under ₹50 Lakh

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₹5,000 – ₹1.8LRange

Jharkhand Startup Policy: Sustenance Allowance

under Jharkhand Startup Policy · by Department of IT and E-Governance, Government of Jharkhand

Monthly stipend for Jharkhand-registered startups with active full-time founders, turnover under ₹25 Cr, and less than 5 years incorporation.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Equity-Free Government Jharkhand Under ₹10 Lakh

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₹15LUp to

Seed Fund Scheme - Kerala Startup Mission

by Kerala Startup Mission

Seed funding (loan) for early-stage Kerala startups working on innovative tech products.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage Equity-Free Government DPIIT-Recognised Kerala Under ₹50 Lakh

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Net SGST Reimbursement

under Haryana Startup Policy 2022 · by Department of Industries & Commerce, Government of Haryana

Reimbursement of 50% Net SGST for DPIIT-recognized Haryana startups under Haryana Startup Policy 2022.

Revenue-Stage Equity-Free Government DPIIT-Recognised

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BMW Group Startup Garage

by BMW Group

Global venture client unit of BMW Group offering paid proof-of-concept projects and long-term partnerships with full IP retention for startups.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage SaaS & Software Deeptech Logistics & Mobility Equity-Free International

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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.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP SaaS & Software Biotech & Health Manufacturing & MSME Equity-Free Under ₹10 Lakh

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ASTRA 1.0 (Advanced Solutions in Technology for Resilience & Autonomy)

by T-Works

3-month defence tech accelerator by T-Works for PoC-ready/early-revenue hardware startups. Equity-free with lab access and mentorship.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage Space & Defence Equity-Free Government

7 Sept 2026

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AI and Technology Solutions for Women's Livelihoods

by Gates Foundation

Grant program backing AI and technology solutions that improve income, capital access, and market linkages for women workers and micro-entrepreneurs in agriculture, informal work, the gig economy, and care services.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage SaaS & Software Agritech Social Impact Equity-Free

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Scaleup Seed Fund

by Kerala Startup Mission

Collateral-free debt up to ₹25L for DPIIT-recognised, revenue-stage tech startups registered in Kerala, by KSUM.

Revenue-Stage Equity-Free Government DPIIT-Recognised Kerala Under ₹50 Lakh

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₹5.4CrUp to

AI2 Incubator

by AI2 Incubator

Equity incubator for early-stage applied AI startups, up to ₹54M cash + $1M cloud credits.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP SaaS & Software ₹1 Crore+

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₹60,000Up to

Jharkhand Startup Policy: Utility Bills Reimbursement

under Jharkhand Startup Policy · by Department of IT and E-Governance, Government of Jharkhand

30% reimbursement on internet and electricity bills (max ₹60,000/year) for Jharkhand-registered startups for up to 5 years.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage Equity-Free Government Jharkhand Under ₹10 Lakh

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Nasscom Deeptech Club Launchpad Incubation Program

by NASSCOM

Virtual deeptech incubation with mentorship, IP/GTM masterclasses, and investor connects for TRL 5+ startups.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage SaaS & Software Biotech & Health Deeptech Equity-Free

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₹2.5LUp to

Cloud Storage Reimbursement

under Haryana Startup Policy 2022 · by Department of Industries & Commerce, Government of Haryana

Reimburse cloud storage costs for DPIIT-registered startups in Haryana. Up to ₹2.5L annually, 75% of expenses.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Equity-Free Government DPIIT-Recognised Under ₹10 Lakh

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Centre of Excellence for Sustainability & Climate Action at C-CAMP

by Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP)

C-CAMP's Centre of Excellence backs bio-based climate innovations in environment, health, and agriculture with funding, incubation, and mentoring.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Biotech & Health Agritech Climate & Energy

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IHFC Startup Incubation Program

by IHFC, IIT Delhi

IHFC (I-Hub Foundation for Cobotics) incubation program for Indian deep tech startups in CPS, Robotics, IoT, and AI, hosted at IIT Delhi, providing funding, mentorship, lab access, and more.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage SaaS & Software Deeptech Equity-Free

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₹10LUp to

Seed Funding for Startups

under Haryana Startup Policy 2022 · by Department of Industries & Commerce, Government of Haryana

Seed grant for DPIIT-recognized Haryana startups, up to ₹10 Lakh.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Equity-Free Government DPIIT-Recognised Under ₹10 Lakh

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JioGenNext Market Access Program

by JioGenNext

Equity-free market access program by Reliance for revenue-stage Indian startups, offering mentorship, ecosystem access, and software credits.

Revenue-Stage Equity-Free

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₹10LUp to

Market Acceleration Grant

under KSUM Grant Ladder (Kerala Startup Mission) · by Kerala Startup Mission

KSUM's equity-free grant for early-revenue tech startups in Kerala to boost market reach, with up to ₹10 lakhs funding.

Revenue-Stage Equity-Free Government Kerala Under ₹10 Lakh

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₹2.5CrUp to

Technology Development Board (TDB) India-Finland Joint Innovation Call 2026

by Technology Development Board (TDB)

Bilateral India-Finland grant for sustainable energy, digital tech, and microelectronics R&D projects.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage SaaS & Software Deeptech Climate & Energy Equity-Free Government International ₹1 Crore+

28 Aug 2026

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Bihar Startup Policy 2022: Zero Patent Filing Cost Scheme

under Bihar Startup Policy 2022 · by Department of Industries, Government of Bihar

100% reimbursement of patent filing costs for Bihar-registered startups under the Startup Policy 2022.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Equity-Free Government Bihar

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Reimbursement of VAT/CST/GST on Goods Supplied to Incubatees: Karnataka Startup Policy

under Karnataka Startup Policy · by KBITS, Government of Karnataka

GST/VAT/CST reimbursement on goods supplied to physically incubated Karnataka startups with turnover up to ₹50 lakhs, disbursed annually for first 3 incubation years.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Equity-Free Government Karnataka

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₹5CrUp to

Next Bharat Residency Program

by Next Bharat Ventures IFSC Private Limited

Equity funding up to ₹5Cr for impact ventures in India's rural/informal economies, with a hybrid residency and Suzuki group support.

Revenue-Stage Agritech Social Impact Climate & Energy ₹1 Crore+

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₹20LUp to

Greenovation DRE for Livelihoods Challenge – EarthON & Startup India

by EarthON Foundation

Up to ₹20L non-dilutive grant for 10 Indian startups building decentralized renewable energy solutions for rural livelihoods.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage Agritech Social Impact Climate & Energy Equity-Free Under ₹50 Lakh

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₹21L – ₹4.2CrRange

GRO8 Cohort 2 by 888VC

by 888VC

AI-enabled accelerator for pre-seed/seed tech startups, offering US $25k+ investment, mentoring, and investor access.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage SaaS & Software Fintech Biotech & Health ₹1 Crore+

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LiftOff Acceleration Program – Indian Angel Network × Wadhwani Foundation

by Wadhwani Foundation

14-week virtual accelerator for MVP-stage startups with traction, sprint execution, CXO mentorship, and a final pitch to Indian Angel Network.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage

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Punjab Startup Policy Lease Rental Subsidy

under Punjab Startup Policy · by Department of Industries & Commerce, Government of Punjab

Lease rental reimbursement for DPIIT-recognized startups operating in Punjab.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Equity-Free Government DPIIT-Recognised Punjab Under ₹10 Lakh

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₹2.5L – ₹5LRange

Access Programme

by Hub71

A grant and investment programme by Hub71 offering up to AED 750,000 for pre-seed to Series A tech startups relocating to Abu Dhabi.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage Government International Under ₹10 Lakh

2 Aug 2026Results ~Oct 2026

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₹15LUp to

Scaleup Grant

under KSUM Grant Ladder (Kerala Startup Mission) · by Kerala Startup Mission

Up to ₹15 lakh equity-free KSUM grant for Kerala tech startups with ₹10L+ revenue (or ₹30L equity raised), for market expansion and customer acquisition.

Revenue-Stage Equity-Free Government Kerala Under ₹50 Lakh

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NASSCOM CoE – IoT & AI Gurugram Incubation Program

by NASSCOM

Zero-equity incubation for IoT and AI startups in Gurugram with subsidized infrastructure, GPU access, and enterprise collaboration.

Revenue-Stage SaaS & Software Deeptech Equity-Free

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Vidhai Vaanam Accelerator Program Series 2

by Vidhai & Vaanam Space LLP

12-week hybrid accelerator by Vidhai and Vaanam Space LLP with StartupTN — mentorship, tech credits, investor exposure for early-stage founders.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage Equity-Free

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₹1CrUp to

C-CAMP Wadhwani Innovation Network (WIN) CoE Non-Dilutive Funding Program

by Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP)

Non-dilutive grant up to ₹1Cr for TRL-4+ biotech & deep-tech startups; rolling monthly calls.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage Biotech & Health Agritech Equity-Free ₹1 Crore+

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₹2.1L – ₹18.4LRange

StartinUp

under StartinUp (Uttar Pradesh) · by SIIC IIT Kanpur

Equity-free grants for DPIIT-registered startups in Uttar Pradesh, offering up to ₹18.35L in funding plus mentorship.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Equity-Free DPIIT-Recognised Uttar Pradesh Under ₹50 Lakh

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EWOR Applications

by EWOR

European equity investment platform backing exceptional individuals from pre-idea to early revenue stage.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP International

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₹40LUp to

MSME Innovative Scheme: Design Component

under MSME Innovative Scheme · by Ministry of MSME

Grant for manufacturing MSMEs to access design expertise, with support of up to ₹40L for projects like new product development. Government covers a majority of costs with no equity taken.

Revenue-Stage Manufacturing & MSME Equity-Free Government Under ₹50 Lakh

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Orbit — AIC T-Hub SpaceTech Incubation Program

by T-Hub

Orbit is AIC T-Hub's 24-week paid SpaceTech incubation program offering mentorship from ex-ISRO scientists, lab access, and global market access, with a program fee of ₹50,000 plus GST.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Space & Defence Equity-Free Government

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Bihar Startup Policy 2022: Success Fee Scheme

under Bihar Startup Policy 2022 · by Department of Industries, Government of Bihar

Success fee for Bihar-registered startups that secured external funding.

Revenue-Stage Equity-Free Government DPIIT-Recognised Bihar

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₹25LUp to

Haryana Startup Policy 2022 Patent Cost Reimbursement Scheme

under Haryana Startup Policy 2022 · by Department of Industries & Commerce, Government of Haryana

100% reimbursement of patent filing costs for DPIIT-recognized Haryana startups.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Equity-Free Government DPIIT-Recognised Under ₹50 Lakh

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₹15LUp to

Soft Loan Scheme for Women Entrepreneurs

by Kerala Startup Mission

Soft loan up to ₹15L for women-led Kerala startups with government/PSU orders.

Revenue-Stage SaaS & Software Deeptech Equity-Free Government Women Founders DPIIT-Recognised Kerala Under ₹50 Lakh

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₹5LUp to

Marketing Incentives: Karnataka Startup Policy (International Marketing Reimbursement)

under Karnataka Startup Policy · by KBITS, Government of Karnataka

Karnataka startups get up to ₹5 lakh reimbursement for international marketing; women founders preferred.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage Equity-Free Government Karnataka Under ₹10 Lakh

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Vision 2 Venture Incubation Program – IC IIT Patna

by Incubation Centre IIT Patna

Incubation support with lab access, mentorship, and grant guidance for early-stage startups at IIT Patna.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP SaaS & Software Biotech & Health Agritech Equity-Free

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₹3L – ₹7LRange

EDII Tamil Nadu Innovation Voucher Programme

by EDII, Tamil Nadu

Grant up to ₹7 lakhs for manufacturing MSMEs/startups in Tamil Nadu.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Manufacturing & MSME Equity-Free Tamil Nadu Under ₹10 Lakh

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Innovation Voucher Program

by Tamil Nadu Technology Hub (iTNT Hub)

Grant for Tamil Nadu hardware-based startups/MSMEs to develop prototypes and commercialize products.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Manufacturing & MSME Deeptech Equity-Free Government Tamil Nadu

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₹2.5LUp to

Assistance for Participation in Acceleration Programs

under Haryana Startup Policy 2022 · by Department of Industries & Commerce, Government of Haryana

Reimbursement up to ₹2.5L/year for Haryana DPIIT-recognized startups joining acceleration programs.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Equity-Free Government DPIIT-Recognised Under ₹10 Lakh

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MAP-Health

by Villgro

Accelerates market entry for healthcare social enterprises with market-ready innovations.

Revenue-Stage Biotech & Health Social Impact Equity-Free

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₹9CrUp to

Pre Seed Fund

by Forum Ventures

Forum Ventures provides up to ₹9Cr in pre-seed equity investment for B2B SaaS and AI startups. The program offers strategic guidance, operational support, and a rich network.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP SaaS & Software ₹1 Crore+

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₹10LUp to

Jharkhand Startup Policy: Marketing Assistance Grant

under Jharkhand Startup Policy · by Department of IT and E-Governance, Government of Jharkhand

One-time marketing grant up to ₹10 Lakh for Jharkhand-registered startups under ₹25 Cr turnover and less than 5 years old.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Equity-Free Government Jharkhand Under ₹10 Lakh

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₹2.5L – ₹10LRange

Startup Srujan Seed Support (S4) – Cohort 3

under SSIP 2.0 (Student Startup and Innovation Policy 2.0 — Gujarat) · by Gujarat Student Startup and Innovation Hub (i-Hub)

Grants of ₹2.5–10 lakh for student innovators in Gujarat to develop prototypes and reach market readiness.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Equity-Free Government Student Entrepreneurs Gujarat Under ₹10 Lakh

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BCDD Grant by KSUM & BCDD Kerala

by Kerala Startup Mission

Equity-free grants up to ₹10L for OBC graduates in Kerala building tech startups, offered by KSUM and BCDD.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Equity-Free Government OBC Founders Minority-Owned Kerala Under ₹10 Lakh

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₹50LUp to

ELEVATE Aspire 2026 — Startup Karnataka Grant (Beyond Bengaluru)

under ELEVATE Karnataka · by Startup Karnataka

One-time grant up to ₹50L for Karnataka startups registered outside Bengaluru Urban.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Equity-Free Government Karnataka Under ₹50 Lakh

Closed (15 Jul 2026)

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₹2.0CrUp to

Techstars Healthcare Accelerator powered by Permanente Medicine Mid-Atlantic States

by Techstars

Techstars Healthcare Accelerator powered by Permanente Medicine for Mid-Atlantic healthtech startups.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage Biotech & Health ₹1 Crore+

Closed (10 Jun 2026)

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₹45LUp to

Samsung Mobile Advance 2026 — SRI-B & SRI-N

by Samsung R&D Institute India (SRI-B & SRI-N)

Up to ₹45L equity-free PoC grant for Indian startups to co-create next-gen mobile innovations with Samsung R&D India.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Deeptech Equity-Free Under ₹50 Lakh

Closed (30 Jun 2026)

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₹50LUp to

ELEVATE 2026 — Startup Karnataka Grant-in-Aid Program

under ELEVATE Karnataka · by Startup Karnataka

Government of Karnataka grant up to ₹50L for proof-of-concept. Non-dilutive, milestone-based, with mentoring support.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Equity-Free Government Karnataka Under ₹50 Lakh

Closed (15 Jul 2026)

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ISB I-WIN Accelerator for Women-Led Startups (Cohort 5)

by ISB I-Venture

ISB I-Venture's 4-month virtual accelerator for revenue-generating women-led startups. No equity; 2% success fee on investments raised via I-WIN.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage Women Founders

Closed (25 Jun 2026)

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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.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage Gaming & Media Equity-Free DPIIT-Recognised Uttar Pradesh

Closed (18 Jun 2026)

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₹50LUp to

ELEVATE Shakti 2026 — Startup Karnataka Women-Led Grant

under ELEVATE Karnataka · by Startup Karnataka

One-time grant up to ₹50L for women-led Karnataka startups (51%+ women equity).

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Equity-Free Government Women Founders Karnataka Under ₹50 Lakh

Closed (15 Jul 2026)

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₹2CrUp to

BIRAC GCI — Screening & Diagnosis Innovations Open Call

under BIRAC Grand Challenges India (GCI) · by BIRAC

BIRAC GCI grants up to ₹2 crore for breakthrough screening & diagnostics innovations in TB, emerging pathogens and enteric disease.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Biotech & Health Equity-Free Government ₹1 Crore+

Closed (1 Jul 2026)

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Infineon Co-Innovation Program (COINS)

by Infineon Technologies

Infineon's COINS program offers co-innovation partnership, free samples, and global market access for hardware, semiconductor, and embedded software startups.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage Deeptech Equity-Free

Closed (30 Jun 2026)

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Techstars Anywhere Accelerator

by Techstars

Remote-first equity accelerator for early-stage startups worldwide, prioritizing deep tech, AI, robotics, and clean energy. Requires US timezone compatibility.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage SaaS & Software Deeptech Climate & Energy

Closed (10 Jun 2026)

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₹1CrUp to

SAMRIDH Impact Accelerator Program 2026

by SAMRIDH Impact Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

Up to ₹1 Cr in grant, debt, or equity for healthtech and climate-tech startups at TRL 4+.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage Biotech & Health Social Impact Climate & Energy ₹1 Crore+

Closed (30 Jun 2026)

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Competition

₹1.5CrUp to

iDEX Open Challenge by DIO

under iDEX (Innovations for Defence Excellence) · by Defence Innovation Organisation

Up to ₹1.5 crore equity-free defence grant for Indian startups, innovators, and MSMEs.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Deeptech Space & Defence Equity-Free Government Competition ₹1 Crore+

Closed (30 Jun 2026)

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₹30L – ₹50LRange

SMT. Raj Kumari Jain Seed Fund for Innovation at PIEDS BITS Pilani

by PIEDS

Seed funding of ₹30–50 lakh for BITS Pilani students and recent alumni building innovation-led startups, combining non-matching and matching capital with institutional support from PIEDS.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP SaaS & Software Manufacturing & MSME Deeptech Equity-Free Under ₹50 Lakh

Closed (19 Jun 2026)

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Equity

₹25L – ₹50LRange

NIDHI Seed Support Program at AIC Banasthali (For Women Entrepreneurs)

under NIDHI-SSP (Seed Support Program) · by AIC Banasthali

Equity-linked seed fund of ₹25L-₹50L by DST for women-led startups at AIC Banasthali, including incubation.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage Women Founders Under ₹50 Lakh

Closed (20 Jun 2026)

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₹5LUp to

Naaripreneur for Her Program Cohort 2 – IIMV FIELD

by IIMV FIELD

11-month incubation for women-led startups and ventures building solutions for women, by IIMV FIELD with CSR support from NBCC India. Offers mentorship, capacity building, and equity-free grants up to ₹5L.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Fintech Biotech & Health Agritech Equity-Free Women Founders Under ₹10 Lakh

Closed (30 Jun 2026)

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Equity

₹50LUp to

NIDHI SSS Seed Support at GUSEC

under NIDHI-SSS (Seed Support System) · by GUSEC

Up to ₹50L seed support (equity/debt) for deeptech startups incubated at GUSEC.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage SaaS & Software Deeptech Space & Defence Under ₹50 Lakh

Closed (7 Jun 2026)

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₹50LUp to

ELEVATE Unnati 2026 — Startup Karnataka Grant for SC/ST Founders

under ELEVATE Karnataka · by Startup Karnataka

A one-time grant of up to ₹50 lakh for Karnataka-registered startups where SC/ST founders hold at least 70% equity.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Equity-Free Government SC / ST Founders Minority-Owned Karnataka Under ₹50 Lakh

Closed (15 Jul 2026)

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₹25LUp to

PRASFUTAN - R-ABI Seed Stage Funding for Agriculture Startups

under RKVY-RAFTAAR (Remunerative Approaches for Agriculture and Allied sector Rejuvenation) · by R-ABI (RKVY-RAFTAAR)

Non-dilutive seed grant up to ₹25L (85% funding) for MVP-stage agri startups at R-ABI incubators.

Prototype / MVP Revenue-Stage Agritech Equity-Free Government DPIIT-Recognised Uttar Pradesh Under ₹50 Lakh

Closed (15 Jun 2026)

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₹45LUp to

TiE Women – Pune Chapter

by TiE Pune

An equity-free grant platform for early-stage women founders with at least 33% equity, offering ₹45L in prize money and TiE mentorship.

Idea-Stage Prototype / MVP Equity-Free Women Founders Maharashtra Under ₹50 Lakh

Closed (15 Jun 2026)

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Revenue-stage programmes write bigger cheques and expect traction in return — customers, revenue, sometimes audited financials. They're about acceleration, not survival.

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What traction do revenue-stage grants expect?

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