Government Startup Grants in India

IMPunjab Accelerator Cohort 3 - Innovation Mission Punjab

Punjab-based DPIIT startups with pilot/revenue traction

Startup Manipur - Revenue Stage Financial Assistance (Grant & Loan)

Startup Manipur offers revenue-stage businesses up to ₹30L grant (30% subsidy) plus 65% bank loan, mentorship, and market linkage for domiciled entrepreneurs.

India-Canada Collaborative Industrial R&D Programme 2025

A non-dilutive grant of up to ₹1.5 crore for joint India-Canada R&D projects between Indian companies and Canadian partners.

Software Technology Park Scheme

Grants and infrastructure support for export-oriented IT startups under MeitY.

Working Capital Term Loan (WCTL)

NEDFi's Working Capital Term Loan supports daily operational expenses for businesses in Northeast India with flexible repayment.

Duty Exemption And Remission Scheme

A MeitY scheme allowing startups to import items duty-free to reduce costs.

SAMRIDH (Startup Accelerator of MeitY for Product Innovation, Development and Growth)

SAMRIDH offers up to ₹40 lakh grant to accelerate product innovation, development and growth for tech startups in the scaling-up stage.

6th Open Challenge Program (OCP) of Electropreneur Park, Bhubaneswar

A grant-based seed funding program for early-stage ESDM startups, offering ₹2 lakh seed grant, ₹50,000 for components, and incubation support.

Samriddhi Agripreneurship Incubation Programme at ICAR-IVRI

Grant of up to ₹25L for seed-stage agri startups with an MVP at ICAR-IVRI R-ABI.

BIRAC - Biotechnology Ignition Grant (BIG) Scheme

Up to ₹50L grant for biotech startups in India to transform innovative ideas into commercially viable products.

Youth Startup Loan Scheme (Under SKEWPY)

The Youth Startup Loan Scheme under SKEWPY provides soft loans up to ₹8L to unemployed youth in Jammu & Kashmir to start new enterprises.

Digital Communication Innovation Square (DCIS)

A Department of Telecommunications grant of up to ₹124Cr for communication sector startups.

WE-Engage SPARK Cohort 3

12-week accelerator for women-led startups with validated MVP and early traction in India. Offers mentorship, bootcamps, funding access, and investor networking.

Scheme for assistance for Startups/ Innovation – Gujarat Industrial Policy 2020

Government of Gujarat provides grants up to ₹30L for startups based in the state.

NIDHI - Seed Support System (NIDHI-SSS)

NIDHI-Seed Support System (SSS) provides grants up to ₹1Cr to tech startups incubated at DST-approved TBIs, supporting proof of concept to commercialization.

NIDHI Promoting and Accelerating Young and Aspiring Innovators and Startups (PRAYAS)

NIDHI-PRAYAS provides up to ₹10L in grant funding for young innovators to develop prototypes at Technology Business Incubators across India.

NRL Ideation Angel Fund (NRL IAF)

NRL IAF provides grants of ₹25 lakh to ₹7.5 crore for idea-stage startups based in North East India, with equity funding available for later stages.

Seed Capital/Marketing Assistance

A milestone-based grant of up to ₹7.5L for Uttar Pradesh startups launching their MVP.

Maharashtra Startup Week

A Government of Maharashtra grant program offering top startups work orders, mentoring, and access to government machinery to pilot solutions in state departments.

Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana

PMMY provides collateral-free loans up to ₹20 lakh to non-corporate, non-farm micro enterprises in India.

Women Enterprise Development (WED)

Grant for women-led businesses in Northeastern Region up to ₹1Cr.

Startup Manipur - Stand Up Stage Financial Assistance (Grant & Loan for Deprived Sections)

Financial assistance for deprived-section entrepreneurs in Manipur: 30% grant up to ₹30L plus loan.

Prototype Grant

Get up to ₹5L in grant funding to build your MVP. For DPIIT and StartinUP registered startups in Uttar Pradesh.

Credit Guarantee Scheme for Startups (CGSS)

Credit guarantee scheme for DPIIT-recognized startups to obtain collateral-free loans up to ₹10Cr via member institutions.

Startup Odisha - Financial Assistance for Recognized Startups

Startup Odisha offers grants up to ₹16L for recognized startups, including monthly allowance, product development, and subsidised incubation.

Student Start-up and Innovation Policy (SSIP 2.0)

SSIP 2.0 by the Government of Gujarat offers grants and IP support to students and alumni up to age 35 for innovation and startups, with funding up to ₹2.5 lakhs per prototype.

North-East Handloom Handicrafts (NEHH)

Grant support for handloom and handicrafts businesses from the North East region.

Idea Grant (Student Innovator)

Kerala Startup Mission's Idea Grant for student innovators provides up to ₹2L to develop initial ideas with commercial potential.

Grant for Research & Entrepreneurship across Aspiring Innovators in Technical Textiles (GREAT)

GREAT provides up to ₹50L grant-in-aid for technical textiles innovations to young innovators, scientists, and startups for prototyping and commercialization.

Sustenance Allowance

Monthly ₹17,500 grant for up to 25 idea-stage startups per incubator in Uttar Pradesh for one year.

North-East Venture Fund (NEVF)

Venture capital fund by Ministry of DoNER investing in startups based in the North Eastern Region of India.

Patent Reimbursement (International)

Uttar Pradesh-based startups can get up to ₹10L reimbursement for granted international patents.

Social Innovation Programme for Products: Affordable & Relevant to Societal Health (SPARSH)

SPARSH by BIRAC provides fellowships and kick-start grants up to ₹5L for social innovation in biotechnology. Open to Indian citizens below 35.

Patent Reimbursement (Indian)

Government subsidy reimbursing up to ₹2L for granted patents filed by startups registered in Uttar Pradesh.

Open Challenge Program (OCP) 8.0 at STPI NEURON

OCP 8.0 at STPI NEURON supports startups in Animation, Gaming, AI, DA, and IoT with access to advanced labs, mentoring, and incubation.

Agri-Tech Grant Scheme

Grant for DPIIT-registered Tamil Nadu agritech startups: ₹10L early-stage or ₹25L for market expansion.

GENESIS (Gen-Next Support for Innovative Startups)

GENESIS is a MeitY-STPI grant program supporting early-stage tech startups with ₹10L–₹1Cr, incubation, and mentorship.

Stand-Up India Scheme

Government-backed loans of ₹10 lakh to ₹1 crore for SC/ST and women entrepreneurs to set up greenfield enterprises.

Startup Manipur - Idea Stage Grant

Government of Manipur grant of ₹1.5L – ₹3L in two installments with up to 3-month incubation for innovative ideas.

DSIR - Promoting Innovations in Individuals, Start-ups and MSMEs (PRISM)

DSIR's PRISM scheme supports Indian innovators, startups and MSMEs to turn ideas into prototypes and enterprises through grants from ₹2 lakh to ₹50 lakh.

National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM) - Ministry of Textiles

A Ministry of Textiles initiative offering grants for R&D in technical textiles to boost India's global leadership.

Student Orientation Programme at ICAR-IVRI

A grant-based program up to ₹4L for student-led agri-innovations with mentorship, workshops, and incubation support at ICAR-IVRI.

Domain-specific Centres of Excellence

Government initiative by MeitY to nurture deep tech startups through specialized support centers.

Karnataka Grassroot Innovation Programme

Grant up to ₹4L for Karnataka grassroots innovators to develop and scale local solutions.

Micro Finance (NEDFL Scheme)

Debt funding up to ₹10L for startups in North Eastern Region under NEDFL Scheme by Ministry of DoNER.

NEDFi Equity Fund Scheme

Equity/grant funding for startups in North East India with high growth potential.

Prime Minister's Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP)

Credit-linked subsidy scheme from Ministry of MSME for establishing new micro-enterprises in manufacturing or services, with funding up to ₹50 lakh via banks.

Start-Ups Intellectual Property Protection (SIPP) Scheme

DPIIT scheme reimbursing professional fees for patent, trademark, and design facilitators.

Atal New India Challenge 2.0

Grant-based program by NITI Aayog supporting technology innovations addressing national challenges, from prototype to commercialization.

Working Capital Term Loan (WCTL) for Contract Finance

A working capital term loan for contract-based businesses in North East India to cover operational expenses during contract periods.

Maharashtra Innovation and Technological Development Fund

A Maharashtra government fund providing grants up to ₹10Cr to early-stage startups and MSMEs incorporated in Maharashtra, focusing on innovation in key sectors like agriculture and healthcare.

Electronics Hardware Technology Park Scheme

The EHTP Scheme by MeitY promotes electronics hardware manufacturing for export-oriented units, offering incentives.

Navodaya Agripreneurship Orientation Programme at ICAR-IVRI

A one-month training-cum-internship program for agri-entrepreneurs with potential pre-seed funding up to ₹5L.

Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX)

A Ministry of Defence initiative providing grants, mentorship, and test facilities to startups and innovators developing solutions for Defence and Aerospace.

S&T-PRISM (Promotion of Research and Innovation in Startups and MSMEs in Mining, Mineral Processing, Metallurgy and Recycling Sector)

S&T-PRISM offers grants up to ₹2Cr for startups and MSMEs in mining, mineral processing, metallurgy, and recycling to turn research into prototypes.

Equipment Finance (Northeastern Development Finance Corporation Ltd Schemes)

Debt financing for startups in North-East India to purchase equipment, via Ministry of DoNER.

RKVY-RAFTAAR Startup Agri-Business Incubation Scheme

Grants for agri-startups incubated at R-ABIs, up to ₹25L, under Ministry of Agriculture.

India-Sweden Collaborative Industrial R&D Programme

A grant of up to ₹1.5 crore for joint Indo-Swedish R&D projects focusing on green transition in steel and cement industries.

Scheme for Accelerating Startups around Post COVID Technology Opportunities (SASACT)

SASACT is a MeitY grant scheme funding Indian startups developing post-COVID-19 technologies.

NIDHI Entrepreneur-in-Residence

A stipend-based program by DST that supports aspiring entrepreneurs with mentorship and co-working space at participating TBIs.

National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber Physical Systems (NM-ICPS)

A government mission establishing 25 Technology Innovation Hubs to advance Cyber-Physical Systems research, startup incubation, and commercialization.

Madhya Pradesh State Innovation Challenge

Grant up to ₹1 Crore for DPIIT-recognized startups deploying high-impact solutions in Madhya Pradesh.

North East Entrepreneurs Development (NEED)

Grant of up to ₹10L for entrepreneurs in India's North East Region, supported by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region.

MeitY Startup Hub - TIDE 2.0 Scheme

TIDE 2.0 is a MeitY scheme that provides grants of ₹4L–₹7L to tech startups in IoT, AI, Blockchain, etc., via incubation centers across India.

Dilli Swarojgar Yojna — Up to ₹5L Startup Loan for Indian Startups

Need-based loans up to ₹5 lakh at 6% interest for SC/ST/OBC/Minority individuals in Delhi to start or expand small businesses.

Startup Odisha Monthly Allowance Scheme – ₹22,000 Non-Repayable Grant

Non-repayable monthly grant up to ₹22,000 for recognized startups in Odisha, supporting early-stage growth and innovation.

PLI Scheme for Automobile & Auto Components — ₹6,485Cr Incentives

Central scheme offering financial incentives up to ₹6,485 crore for auto and auto component makers producing advanced automotive technology products.

Raw Material Assistance Scheme — NSIC Credit up to ₹20 Cr for MSMEs

NSIC's Raw Material Assistance Scheme provides repayable credit to MSMEs for buying indigenous and imported raw materials, with limits up to ₹20 crore and interest from 8.75% p.a.

Advance Authorisation Scheme – Duty-Free Imports for Exporters

Duty-free import of inputs for export production under DGFT's Advance Authorisation Scheme.

House of Himalayas — Branding & Market Access for Uttarakhand SHGs

Uttarakhand government scheme offering branding, marketing, quality improvement, and market access for local Himalayan products, empowering women entrepreneurs and SHGs.

ATISIS — 3-Year Agricultural Income Tax Holiday for Assam Tea Units

The Assam Tea Industries Special Incentives Scheme (ATISIS) offers a 3-year agricultural income tax holiday to tea plantations and manufacturing units in Assam for FY 2022-23 to 2024-25.

Bank Tie-Up Scheme (Punjab) – Bank Loans & Subsidies for SC BPL Residents

Punjab's Bank Tie-Up Scheme offers bank loans and subsidies for Scheduled Caste residents living Below Poverty Line.

Shri Vajpayee Bankable Yojana – Debt Support for Self-Employment in Gujarat

A Gujarat government scheme providing debt-based financial support to unemployed individuals, including disabled and visually impaired persons, to start micro-enterprises in urban and rural areas.

PLI Scheme 2.0 for IT Hardware – Up to 3.78% Incentive for Indian Manufacturers

MeitY's PLI Scheme 2.0 provides financial incentives on incremental sales of laptops, tablets, PCs, servers, and USFF devices manufactured in India. Open to eligible Indian-registered companies.

PMKSY Refrigerated Vehicles – Haryana (₹15L Subsidy)

Subsidy up to ₹15 lakh for Haryana fishers to buy refrigerated vehicles for hygienic fish transport under PMMSY.

Goa Campus Recruitment Assistance Scheme — ₹10,000 Subsidy per Fresher

The Campus Recruitment Assistance Scheme provides a ₹10,000 subsidy per fresher to IT units in Goa that recruit through campus placements from local educational institutes. It is part of Goa's IT Policy.

The Operation of Production Linked Incentive Scheme (PLI) for Large Scale Electronics Manufacturing — Subsidy

A Government of India scheme providing financial incentives for incremental sales of electronics goods manufactured in India, promoting large-scale domestic production.

Intellectual Property Right Scheme Under MSME Innovative Scheme — ₹15,000 – ₹5L

Get reimbursement for IP filing fees—patents, trademarks, GI, and designs—plus expert support from IP Facilitation Centres under the MSME Innovative Scheme.

PLI for IT Hardware — 1-4% Incentive on Incremental Sales

A Central Government scheme offering production-linked incentives to eligible companies for boosting domestic manufacturing and reducing import dependency in the IT hardware sector.

MoFPI Millet PLI Scheme — Up to ₹100 Cr Incentive for Millet-Based Food Products

Financial incentive for domestic manufacturing & sales of millet-based food products — up to ₹100 Cr for large entities, ₹40 Cr for MSMEs.

Tamil Nadu Working Women Loan — Up to ₹20,000 at 12% Interest

Tamil Nadu government offers working women a low-cost loan of up to ₹20,000 at 12% interest through District Central Cooperative Banks.

Startup Odisha Product Development & Marketing Grant – Up to ₹16L Equity-Free

Equity-free grant up to ₹16 lakh from Startup Odisha for product development and marketing, with enhanced support for diverse founders.

Tamil Nadu Fishing Boat Loan — ₹15,000–₹60,000 for Catamarans

Loan assistance up to ₹60,000 for Tamil Nadu farmers to purchase fishing boats (catamarans).

SC-ST Hub Bank Loan Processing Fee Reimbursement — Up to ₹1 Lakh for SC/ST MSEs

Reimbursement of up to 80% of bank loan processing fees, capped at ₹1,00,000, for SC/ST-owned Micro and Small Enterprises.

₹60,000 Interest-Free Loan for Tribal Members in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu government offers tribal members an interest-free medium-term loan up to ₹60,000 through Large Sized Multi Purpose Cooperative Societies.

PLI Telecom & Networking — 4-7% Incentive for Manufacturers

Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme by the Department of Telecommunications offering 4-7% incentives on incremental sales of telecom and networking products manufactured in India, with an extra 1% for Design-led Manufacturing.

JKEDI Startup Seed Funding Programme

JKEDI provides up to ₹20 lakh in non-repayable seed funding to early-stage startups registered on the J&K Startup Portal, to validate ideas and accelerate growth.

iDEX Open Challenge

The iDEX Open Challenge invites Indian startups, innovators, and MSMEs to propose cutting-edge technologies and products for the defence and aerospace sectors, offering grants up to ₹1.5 crore and direct engagement with the military.

Tamil Nadu Industrial Policy 2021 — Incentive Packages

Tamil Nadu: 15%–35% capital subsidy + SGST refund + interest subvention for new manufacturing MSMEs

Telangana Industrial Policy 2020–25 (TS-iPASS) — Incentives

Telangana: 15%–25% investment subsidy + power cost reimbursement + SGST refund for new manufacturing units.

Udyogini Scheme — Karnataka Women Entrepreneur Loan & Subsidy

30%–50% subsidy on loans up to ₹3 lakh for women micro-entrepreneurs in Karnataka

R&D Reimbursement Scheme

The R&D Reimbursement Scheme by Goa Startup Mission offers up to ₹10 lakh to local Goan startups for R&D expenses, including salaries of PhD and Master Degree holders.

Trademark Reimbursement Scheme

Goa Startup Mission offers up to ₹25,000 reimbursement for 50% of trademark registration costs for Goa-certified startups.

ACABC — Agri Clinics and Agri Business Centres

44%–50% subsidy on loans for agriculture graduates setting up agri-clinics and agri-business centres

Reimbursement of Expenses for Startups Operating from Leased/Privately Owned Premises Scheme

Reimburses operating expenses like internet, software, cloud services, and lease rentals for Goa startups in private premises, up to ₹10L over two years.

Scheme for Reimbursement of Testing and Certification Charges for Start-ups and Telecom MSEs

A scheme by MeitY and DoT to reimburse up to 75% of telecom equipment testing and certification charges for DPIIT-recognized Start-ups and MSME-registered Micro & Small Enterprises, capped at ₹50 lakh.

Seed Capital Scheme

Provides a one-time non-repayable grant of up to ₹10 lakh to Goa startups to develop a Minimum Viable Product (MVP).

Atmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme (2022–27) / Gujarat Industrial Policy

Gujarat: 25% capital assistance, 7% interest subsidy, SGST refund for new and expanding MSMEs

IPR Reimbursement Scheme

Goa Startup Mission (SITPC) reimburses Goa startups for national and international intellectual property registration costs, up to ₹5 lakh.

Matching Grant Scheme

Goa Startup Mission offers an equity co-investment of 25% matching funds, up to ₹25 lakh, for Goa-based pre-product launch startups that have raised prior funding from a recognized source.

PMKSY — Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana

35%–50% grant for cold chain, food processing parks and unit infrastructure

Salary Reimbursement Scheme

Scheme for Patent Filing under Virtual Innovation Register (VIR)

Goa State Innovation Council provides a subsidy of up to INR 10,000 to cover provisional patent filing fees for innovators, students, and startups registered under its Virtual Innovation Register (VIR).

BIRAC Product Commercialization Program (PCP) Fund

The BIRAC PCP Fund provides non-dilutive grants to Indian biotech startups with products at TRL 7 or above, accelerating market launch, pilot validation, and large-scale commercialization.

ZED Certification — Zero Defect Zero Effect

Government-subsidised quality certification for MSMEs — 50%–80% subsidy on ZED certification costs

Scheme for Goa Rajya Vidnyanik Puraskar (GRVP)

An annual cash prize competition by the Government of Goa to recognize Goan Innovators/Scientists for impactful innovations.

PMFME — PM Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises

35% capital subsidy up to ₹10L for micro food processing units under ODOP

PMMSY — Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana

40–60% capital subsidy for fisheries and aquaculture infrastructure under PMMSY 2020–26.

MSME Competitive (LEAN) Scheme

50%–80% subsidy on LEAN manufacturing implementation for MSMEs

CGTMSE — Credit Guarantee Fund Trust for Micro & Small Enterprises

Collateral-free credit guarantee up to ₹2 crore for micro & small enterprises

CGSSD — Credit Guarantee Scheme for Subordinate Debt

Subordinate debt with 90% CGTMSE guarantee for stressed/NPA-classified MSMEs

Ambedkar Social Innovation and Incubation Mission (ASIIM)

A Government of India initiative providing equity funding, incubation and mentorship to SC youth bringing innovative, technology-driven ideas to life.

EIC Accelerator

EU deep-tech scaleup funding: grant up to ₹26.25 crore plus optional equity up to ₹105 crore via EIC Fund. Non-EU startups eligible by relocating.

SCLCSS — Special Credit Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme for SC/ST Entrepreneurs

25% upfront capital subsidy up to ₹25L for SC/ST-owned MSEs on technology upgradation, operated via NSIC National SC-ST Hub.

CLCSS — Credit Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme

15% capital subsidy on technology upgradation for MSME plant & machinery

NIEPA Grant-in-Aid Scheme

The NIEPA Grant-in-Aid Scheme provides non-dilutive funding to educational institutions, universities, research organizations, and NGOs for studies, evaluations, and conferences in educational planning and administration.

PMMY Kishore — MUDRA Loan ₹50,000 to ₹5 Lakh

Collateral-free business loan ₹50,001–₹5 lakh for growing micro-enterprises

FID – Fund for Innovation in Development (Innovative Project Funding)

FID offers non-dilutive grants from ₹45 lakh to ₹36 crore to innovations combating poverty and inequality in low- and middle-income countries, providing staged funding and technical support.

PMMY Shishu — MUDRA Loan up to ₹50,000

Collateral-free micro loan up to ₹50,000 for businesses in their earliest stage

PMEGP — Prime Minister's Employment Generation Programme

15%–35% margin-money subsidy for new micro-enterprises via KVIC

PM MUDRA Yojana — Micro Units Development & Refinance Agency

Collateral-free loans up to ₹20 lakh for micro and small non-farm businesses.

CoE Innovation Challenge: AI-Powered Foreign Object Detection in Bulk Cargo Unloaders

An AI & Deep-Tech Innovation Challenge by nasscom CoE, seeking solutions for a large port terminal operator to detect foreign objects in bulk cargo unloaders, leading to a potential paid Proof-of-Concept.

Chhattisgarh Industrial Development Policy 2024–30 — Incentives

Chhattisgarh: India's most generous industrial incentive policy — 40%–70% interest subsidy + 100% stamp duty exemption

Interest Subvention Scheme for MSMEs

2% interest subvention on MSME loans for GST-registered businesses

MIDH — Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture

35%–55% subsidies for polyhouses, cold chain and horticulture infrastructure

PMMY Tarun+ — MUDRA Loan ₹10 Lakh to ₹20 Lakh

PMMY Tarun — MUDRA Loan ₹5 Lakh to ₹10 Lakh

Collateral-free business loan of ₹5–₹10 lakh for established micro-enterprises scaling up, under PMMY.

MP Industrial Promotion Policy (2025) — Incentives

MP Industrial Promotion Policy (2025) — Incentives: 15%–40% capital subsidy + interest subsidy + electricity duty exemption for MSMEs in backward areas of Madhya Pradesh.

Karnataka Industrial Policy (2020–25) — MSME & Large Incentives

Karnataka: 10%–30% investment subsidy + stamp duty and electricity duty exemption for MSMEs

SIDBI SMILE — Make in India Soft Loan Fund for MSMEs

Below-market soft loans from ₹10 lakh for MSMEs in manufacturing and services

State Tourism Policy Incentives

State-level capital subsidies and interest subvention for tourism and hospitality businesses

UP Industrial Investment & Employment Promotion Policy (2022)

UP region-linked capital subsidy up to 25% plus interest subsidy, stamp/electricity duty exemption for MSMEs.

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana — MNRE Rooftop Solar

Central subsidy and net-metering for rooftop solar on residential and MSME premises

ATUFS — Amended Technology Upgradation Fund Scheme

10%–25% capital investment subsidy on benchmarked textile machinery under ATUFS

ECLGS 5.0 – Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme

Collateral-free working capital top-up up to ₹100 crore for MSMEs impacted by the West Asia crisis

Coir Board Schemes — Coir Vikas Yojana

40% subsidy up to ₹10 lakh for coir processing units + free spinning wheels for women artisans

AHIDF — Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund

3% interest subvention on loans up to ₹50 crore for dairy, meat and animal feed infrastructure.

DIDF — Dairy Processing & Infrastructure Development Fund

Below-market NABARD loans for dairy cooperatives and producer companies for processing infrastructure

Scheme to Provide Grant In Aid for Prototyping Technology-Based Innovative Products under Virtual Innovation Register (VIR)

GSInC provides a grant of up to ₹20,000 for prototyping technology-based innovative products/ideas registered under the Virtual Innovation Register (VIR). This scheme supports students, startups, innovators, research faculty, and entrepreneurs across Goa.

Maharashtra Package Scheme of Incentives (PSI) 2019

Maharashtra: SGST refund, interest subsidy and stamp duty exemption for new manufacturing MSMEs.

Stand-Up India — Loans for Women & SC/ST Entrepreneurs

₹10 lakh–₹1 crore greenfield loans for women and SC/ST entrepreneurs

Interest Subsidy Reimbursement Scheme

Goa-based startups can receive reimbursement of 10-30% of interest paid on commercial/bank loans, up to ₹10 lakh over two years, from the Government of Goa.

Testing Fee Reimbursement Scheme

Reimbursement of 80% of testing fees, up to ₹1,00,000, for SC/ST-owned MSEs to avail services from NABL/BIS accredited labs.

Bank Guarantee Charges Reimbursement Scheme

Reimbursement of up to ₹1,00,000 (or 80%) on Performance Bank Guarantee charges for SC/ST-owned MSEs participating in government tenders.

Bank Loan Processing Reimbursement Scheme

Reimbursement of 80% of bank loan processing charges, up to ₹1,00,000, for Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) owned by SC/ST entrepreneurs.

Export Promotion Council Membership Reimbursement Scheme

Reimbursement of 80% or up to ₹20,000 of the annual membership fee for Export Promotion Councils (EPC) for SC/ST-owned MSEs.

Reimbursement of membership in Government promoted E-Commerce Portals

Reimburses up to 80% (max ₹25,000) of annual membership fees for SC/ST-owned MSEs on government e-commerce portals.

Market Acceleration Grant

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

Scaleup Grant

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.

Bihar Startup Policy 2022 Seed Grant for Validation-Stage Startups

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

Bihar Startup Policy 2022: Success Fee Scheme

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

Jharkhand Startup Policy: Patent Filing Cost Reimbursement

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

Women/Transgender Productization Grant

Equity-free KSUM grant up to ₹5L for women/transgender-led startups in Kerala to turn MVP into a market-ready product.

Tamil Nadu SC/ST Startup Fund (Equity Fund) 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.

Seed Fund Scheme - Kerala Startup Mission

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

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

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

Seed Funding for Startups

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

Haryana Startup Policy 2022 Patent Cost Reimbursement Scheme

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

Patent Reimbursement Incentives: Karnataka Startup Policy

Reimbursement of patent filing fees (₹2L–₹10L) for KBITS-registered incubated startups in Karnataka.

Punjab Startup Policy Lease Rental Subsidy

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

Bihar Startup Policy 2022: Zero Patent Filing Cost Scheme

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

Productisation Grant

Grant by KSUM for technology startups converting MVP to market-ready product, up to ₹7 lakhs.

Scaleup Seed Fund

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

Idea Grant

Equity-free grant up to ₹3L for Kerala-based tech startups at idea, PoC, or MVP stage.

Patent Assistance

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

Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS) For Startups

Government seed grant up to ₹20L and debt up to ₹50L for DPIIT-recognised Indian tech startups under 2 years old. Rolling applications.

Punjab Startup Policy: Interest Subsidy Scheme

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

Punjab Startup Policy: Seed Funding for DPIIT Startups

Seed grant up to ₹15 lakh for DPIIT-recognized Punjab startups at PoC/prototype stage.

Orbit — AIC T-Hub SpaceTech Incubation Program

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.

Zero Equity Incubation Program

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

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

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

Jharkhand Startup Policy: Sustenance Allowance

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

Haryana Startup Policy 2022 Lease Rental Subsidy for Startups

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

Jharkhand Startup Policy - Rental Assistance for Startups

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

Jharkhand Startup Policy: Utility Bills Reimbursement

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

Madhya Pradesh Startup Policy 2022: Investment-Linked Assistance

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

Soft Loan Scheme for Women Entrepreneurs

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

Cloud Storage Reimbursement

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

Marketing Incentives: Karnataka Startup Policy (International Marketing Reimbursement)

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

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

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.

Madhya Pradesh Startup Policy 2022: Sustenance Allowance for Startups

Monthly ₹10,000 sustenance allowance for DPIIT-recognized startups in Madhya Pradesh, disbursed via incubators.

Assistance for Participation in Acceleration Programs

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

Innovation Voucher Program

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

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

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

D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge

BE3 challenge: cash + RD grant for bio-concept proposals, Indian nationals.

Net SGST Reimbursement

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

Madhya Pradesh Startup Policy 2022: Lease Rental Assistance

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

MSME Innovative Scheme: Design Component

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.

TN Space Tech Fund 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.

Startup Srujan Seed Support (S4) – Cohort 3

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

BCDD Grant by KSUM & BCDD Kerala

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

Jharkhand Startup Policy: Marketing Assistance Grant

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

Climate Finance Accelerator (CFA) India 2026 by UK Government

UK Government-backed acceleration programme helping climate businesses raise INR+25 Cr in investment.

Startup Shakthi Women Incubation Program – MABIF

Startup Shakthi is a cohort-based incubation program by MABIF for women entrepreneurs (18-50) with early-stage ideas, offering training, mentorship, and funding access support.

ADITI 4.0 Challenge Grant Program - iDEX

A defence deeptech grant program by iDEX, offering up to ₹25 crore to startups and MSMEs developing innovative solutions for military challenges.

ELEVATE 2025 Challenge (Grant-in-Aid) by Startup Karnataka

Government of Karnataka grant of up to ₹50L for early-stage startups to develop proof of concept, with mentoring and incubation support.

MeitY TIDE 2.0 Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR) Program at Maker Village

A 12-month government grant of up to ₹4L for ICT startups to build an MVP, hosted by Maker Village.

Green Energy & Climate Action Challenge under Bharat Startup Grand Challenge

A grant challenge for startups innovating in green energy and climate action, offering up to ₹5L in funding.

GrowX Acceleration Program 2026 at AI Centre of Excellence, GIFT City

GrowX Acceleration Program 2026 supports AI-first and DeepTech startups ready to scale real-world deployments, offering mentorship, industry collaboration, and access to GIFT City's AI CoE ecosystem.

AI by HER: The Impact Challenge for Women in AI

A global challenge for women-led teams to build AI solutions for public good, offering up to ₹2.5 Crore in grants.

GCI-BIRAC Vaginal Health Formulation Innovation Grant

GCI-BIRAC Vaginal Health Formulation Innovation Grant supports transformative women's health innovation for Indian women of reproductive age with milestone-based funding up to ₹2.2Cr.

NSTEP – Student Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Grant up to ₹4 Lakhs for students & research scholars in millet-based innovation.

iDEX Open Challenge

iDEX Open Challenge invites innovators and startups to propose defence and security solutions for India.

Gramam Thorum Puthozhil Scheme

Equity-free seed grant of up to ₹1L for rural startups in Tamil Nadu villages, with incubation support from StartupTN.

AgriFood Startup Seedcamp by AIC Anand Foundation

Equity-linked seed support up to ₹25L for agri-food startups across India run by AIC Anand Foundation.

Ignition Grant under the NIDHI iTBI Scheme at AdtU

Up to ₹10L grant for Healthcare & ICT startups under NIDHI iTBI at Assam down town University. Closes 25 July 2025.

Biotechnology Ignition Grant (BIG) 25th Call

BIRAC's flagship grant supporting early-stage biotech startups from ideation to proof of concept, offering up to ₹50 Lakhs in milestone-based funding.

Promotion of Research and Innovation in Pharma MedTech sector (PRIP)

A government grant scheme by the Department of Pharmaceuticals to boost R&D in pharma and medical devices for startups and MSMEs, with up to ₹5 crore funding.

ELEVATE NXT 2026 Deeptech Grant-in-Aid Program

ELEVATE NXT 2026 is a Deeptech grant-in-aid program by the Government of Karnataka under the LEAP framework, offering up to ₹1 Cr to high-potential startups with societal impact.

PABI UDAAN Seed Programme 2026 by PAU Ludhiana

Incubation program for growth-stage agri startups with an MVP ready for commercialization.

BIRAC–RDI Fund – Research, Development & Innovation Fund

Deep-tech biotech co-investment fund for TRL 4+ Indian entities.

2026 International SpaceTech Startup Supporting Program by TAcc+

Month-long Taiwan landing program for global spacetech startups with travel subsidy up to USD 2,500.

STPI EmTek Call for Proposal 7.0 - STPI EmTek CoE Bhubaneswar

Industry 4.0 startup incubation and support program by STPI EmTek CoE

UDAY - Pre-seed Stage Program at ICAR-CIRCOT R-ABI

UDAY pre-seed grant up to ₹5L for agri-startups from Maharashtra & Goa to turn ideas into prototypes.

iDEX Prime Re Open

Up to ₹10 crore for IAF deep-tech defence challenges.

TattvaX Cohort 2

Accelerator for DeepTech startups in Space, Defence, Drones & strategic tech.

SIT Innovators Hackathon 2026 by AIC T-Hub Foundation

24-hour hackathon with ₹1L prize pool, T-Hub ecosystem access, and MVP support.

NEST: Startup Training Program

Grant up to ₹5 Lakhs for startups in millet-based innovation, with training.

Defence India Startup Challenge 14 (DISC 14) - Defence Innovation Organisation

Defence India Startup Challenge 14 offers grants up to ₹1.5 crore for startups and MSMEs solving 82 military problem statements.

DRISHTI Challenges - Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs)

DPSU-led defence innovation challenges for deeptech and hardware startups

MSME Idea Hackathon 5.0

Ministry of MSME's hackathon offering up to ₹15L grant and incubation for innovative ideas addressing national challenges.

Bosch Innovation Challenge at iTNT Hub

A challenge by Bosch, iTNT Hub, and Bosch Global Software Technologies to build a foundational IoT security framework. Open to startups, researchers, and innovators.

Tamil Nadu LangTech Startup Fund

Grant of up to ₹2.5Cr for Tamil language tech startups using AI, NLP, or ML, supported by StartupTN and Tamil Virtual Academy.

AI-Based Early Childhood Development (ECD) Innovation Challenge

A Government of Andhra Pradesh challenge offering up to ₹2Cr for AI solutions improving early childhood development (0-6 years) in the ICDS ecosystem.

NGRAIN: Agripreneurship Program

Grant up to ₹25 Lakhs for agripreneurs & startups in millet innovation.

AgriNext Startup Innovation Grant by Kerala Startup Mission

AgriNext is a flagship agri-tech startup grant by Kerala Startup Mission, offering up to ₹25L and incubation to 150 agri-tech startups in Kerala.

V-FUND 6.0 – Women 2026 Accelerator Program

V-FUND 6.0 by VELS Innovation Council offers seed funding up to ₹2L and incubation for women-led startups in Tamil Nadu. Apply by Feb 15, 2026.

ARAMBH - Student Program at ICAR-CIRCOT R-ABI

ICAR-CIRCOT R-ABI's ARAMBH program offers up to ₹4L grant to student entrepreneurs from Maharashtra & Goa for agri-startup ideation to Proof of Concept.

SIDBI Seed Fund Programme for iDEX-Supported Startups

Seed funding for iDEX-referred defence startups incubating at SIIC IIT Kanpur, offering ₹10L–₹15Cr via equity/equity-like instruments.

iAccelerate 4.0 – Tamil Nadu Hardware Accelerator for Prototype & Product Startups

Tamil Nadu Hardware Accelerator for Prototype and Product startups, providing funding and mentorship to hardware startups in Tamil Nadu.

PABI SOP 2026 by PAU Ludhiana (Student Orientation)

Idea stage program for students with innovative agri-food ideas, offering up to ₹4 lakh grant-in-aid.

NIDHI Seed Support Program (NIDHI-SSP) at CIBA

Seed funding grant for DPIIT-registered startups incubated at CIBA, up to ₹40L.

Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Women Startup Scheme

Maharashtra grant for women-led DPIIT-recognized startups; ₹1L–₹25L non-dilutive funding.

AI-Based Early Childhood Development (ECD) Innovation Challenge

Up to ₹2Cr grant/contract for DPIIT-recognised innovators building AI solutions for early childhood development in Andhra Pradesh.

AI & AgriTech Innovation Center - Track 2: Pilot & Validation

Grant up to ₹2Cr for field testing and validation of AI-based agri solutions in Maharashtra.

MeitY GENESIS PILOT Program

MeitY GENESIS PILOT provides up to ₹40L grant for tech startups from Tier-II/III cities to run real-world pilots with corporates.

BluePrint Startup Funding & Incubation Program

BluePrint is a nationwide startup funding program from ideation to Series A readiness, offering mentorship, incubation, and a grant pool of up to ₹4 Cr. Applications close Feb 1, 2026.

MahaGAD AI Sahayak Grand Challenge

MSInS and GAD launch a challenge to onboard Indian startups to build an AI-powered GR info management system with RAG architecture, LLMs, and multilingual support (Marathi and English).

iAccelerate Batch 2

Deep tech accelerator for startups in Tier 2/3 cities of Tamil Nadu (TRL 3+).

GENESIS Pilot Program

STPI's GENESIS Pilot Program offers up to ₹40L grant to deep-tech and ESDM startups in Odisha's Tier-II/III cities for pilot projects with corporates or PSUs.

WE-Escalate Women in Life Sciences Acceleration Program

Six-month acceleration program for women-led life sciences startups in Karnataka, offering mentorship, market access, and deployment grant for top three.

AI & AgriTech Innovation Center - Track 1: Discovery & Ideation

Seed grant of up to ₹40L for early-stage AI/agritech ideas under Maharashtra's Maha Agri-AI Policy. Includes mentorship, datasets, and sandbox access.

Avinya Ventures Pitch Day

In-person equity pitch day at T-Hub Hyderabad for seed to Series A startups in deep tech, climate, AI, and more. Up to ₹9Cr funding.

DPCC Innovation Challenge for Air Pollution Reduction

DPCC seeks low-cost, scalable tech solutions to reduce PM2.5/PM10 emissions in Delhi, with testing costs covered and cash prizes up to ₹50 lakh.

Sustainable Solutions for Hilly Region Development & Livelihood Promotion Challenge at BIC

Competition for startups solving hilly region challenges; up to ₹25,000 grant.

NDBI Incubation Program: Dec '25 Cohort

Design-led incubation for Indian startups at prototype/MVP stage, no equity, ₹15,000 fee.

ADITI 2.0 (Acing Development of Innovative Technologies with iDEX) - Defence Grant

MoD-iDEX grants up to ₹25Cr for startups and MSMEs to develop cutting-edge defence technologies, such as Adaptive Camouflage, supporting Atmanirbhar Bharat.

IndiaAI Intelligent Document Processing Challenge

National challenge to build an AI engine for document processing; grants of ₹5L–₹1Cr for selected teams.

UPJA 2026 — Pusa Krishi Incubation Program

Equity-free grant up to ₹25L for registered agri-startups with MVP or market-ready product.

WE START Pre-Incubation Program at Kerala Startup Mission

3-month pre-incubation program for women entrepreneurs by Kerala Startup Mission, offering mentorship and resources to turn ideas into MVPs.

MAHA MedTech Mission: Product Development and Commercialization Funding

Government of India grant of ₹5-50 crore for indigenous medical device & IVD development, requiring proof-of-concept (TRL-3+) and no equity.

iDEX DISC 12 (Re-Open) – IAF

Up to ₹1.5 crore for IAF helicopter glide path landing system.

Blockchain India Challenge - MeitY & C-DAC

National blockchain and Web3 startup challenge for citizen-centric solutions

Sustainable Manufacturing Innovation & Acceleration Program

Non-dilutive grant of up to ₹25L for hardware startups at TRL 5+ to scale from prototype to market, supported by T-Works and HDFC Bank Parivartan.

AIM-ICDK Water Challenge 5.0

AIM and ICDK launch the 5th Water Challenge for Indian innovators, offering fully-funded travel to Copenhagen for mentorship, global collaboration, and digital solution development.

TANSEED 8.0 by StartupTN

TANSEED 8.0 by StartupTN offers equity-linked grants of ₹10L-₹15L plus a year-long accelerator for early-stage startups.

STPI OctaNE OCP 9.0 – Gaming & Entertainment (Aizawl)

Seed funding up to ₹25 lakh plus incubation for Gaming & Entertainment startups through STPI OctaNE OCP 9.0 in Aizawl, Mizoram.

DDWS Innovation Challenge 2025–26

National innovation challenge by DDWS & IIT Madras offering up to ₹3L grant for water testing devices and sanitation plastic waste disposal solutions.

WE Engage - Wadhwani Liftoff: PROPEL

12-week program for women-led startups in early growth/scaling stages, focusing on market, funding, network.

MeitY GENESIS Matching Investment Scheme

MeitY’s matching equity investment up to ₹50L for tech startups from Tier II/III cities, including a 6-month acceleration program.

AB PM-JAY Auto Adjudication Hackathon 2026 by NHA & IndiaAI

Government hackathon to build AI solutions for automated health insurance claims processing.

Youth Co:Lab National Innovation Challenge 2026

Youth-led startups get seed grants up to ₹3.5L, mentorship, bootcamp for responsible consumption innovations. Apply by 20 Mar 2026.

OctaNE Open Challenge Program (OCP): Animation 9.0

Incubation for Animation startups in India, with up to ₹25L seed funding at STPI Shillong.

RTIH Catalyst Incubation Program Cohort 1

Up to ₹30L for revenue-ready startups with early traction and POCs

IT Application in Graphic Design Open Challenge Program (OCP) 8.0

Open Challenge Program (OCP) 8.0 by STPI OctaNE CoE, Kohima offers up to ₹25L grant for startups developing IT solutions in graphic design, with mentorship, incubation, and networking support.

AP-AER Mission Hackathon 1.0

A deployment-driven innovation challenge by Ratan Tata Innovation Hub for alternate energy solutions across Andhra Pradesh, open to applicants nationwide.

PABI UDDAM Pre-Seed Programme 2026 by PAU Ludhiana

PABI UDDAM Pre-Seed Programme 2026 offers up to ₹5 lakh non-dilutive grant for innovative agri ideas, with incubation support from PAU Ludhiana.

ANKUR - Seed Stage Program at ICAR-CIRCOT R-ABI

Seed-stage grant up to ₹25L for agri-startups from Maharashtra & Goa, offered by ICAR-CIRCOT R-ABI under RKVY-RAFTAAR.

Samriddhi Acceleration Program 2.0 by i-Hub Gujarat x FundEnable

A 12-14 week hybrid acceleration program by i-Hub Gujarat for early and growth-stage startups in specific tech sectors.

SLINGSHOT 2026 Deep Tech Startup Pitching Competition at SWITCH, Singapore

Deep tech startup pitching competition offering Startup SG grant prizes up to S$400K (≈₹2.97 cr), held annually at SWITCH, Singapore.

Student Orientation Program (SOP) – ₹4L Grant for Agri Student Innovators

SOP by IEF CCS NIAM offers up to ₹4 lakh grant, incubation, and mentoring to student agri-innovators under PM-RKVY.

SHITIJ 2.0 – Free 2-Month Virtual Agritech Incubation by ICAR-CIRCOT

A free 2-month virtual incubation program by ICAR-CIRCOT for innovators and startups in Farm Mechanisation and Post-Harvest Technology across India.

CIRCOT SHITIJ 2.0 – ₹Varies Grant Incubation for Agritech Startups (2026-27)

Two-month intensive incubation for early-stage agritech startups in Farm Mechanisation and Post-Harvest Technology, offering mentorship, funding connect, and pan-India access.

SABIP Agri Incubation — ₹25L Grant for Indian Agri-Startups

Seed-stage agri-startups can apply for grant-in-aid up to ₹25 Lakh, incubation, and mentoring under PM-RKVY through IEF CCS NIAM.

AOP: Up to ₹5L Grant & Incubation for Agri Startups

Pre-seed grant of up to ₹5 lakh, incubation, and expert mentoring for aspiring agripreneurs under PM-RKVY.

Medical Device Clinical Studies Support Scheme (MDCSSS) - SMDI

A government scheme offering reimbursement grants up to ₹5 crore to support clinical studies for medical devices and IVDs manufactured in India.

Scheme for Strengthening of Medical Device Industry (SMDI) - Marginal Investment Scheme for Reducing Import Dependence (MISRID)

A capital subsidy scheme under SMDI to promote domestic manufacturing of key medical device components and raw materials, reducing import dependency.

TribePreneurs Idea Quest

A national challenge by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs to identify and support tribal startups with prize money and structured incubation support.

iDEX DISC 12 Re-Open: Inflight Urination Device for Female Fighter Pilots

iDEX DISC 12 Re-Open offers grants up to ₹1.5 crore for developing an inflight urination device for female fighter pilots, supporting MSMEs, startups, and innovators.

AIC T-Hub Healthcare Program Cohort 6

MoAFW Agri AI Hackathon 2026 — Emerging Tech for Smarter Farming

MoAFW hackathon using GoI agri datasets for AI-driven farming solutions. ₹3L prize per winning team. Registration closes 20 Apr 2026.

APFNet Call for Projects 2026 (First Call under the Fourth Strategic Plan 2026-2030)

APFNet offers grants for sustainable forest management and rehabilitation projects across the Asia-Pacific, focusing on climate action, biodiversity, and livelihoods, with up to US$100,000 for small projects.

Tribal Business Conclave Open Grand Challenge

Ministry of Tribal Affairs invites DPIIT-recognised startups to solve healthcare, education, and livelihood challenges for tribal communities — ₹12 lakh prize pool.

UNHCR Innovation Accelerator 2026

The UNHCR Innovation Accelerator is a global, equity-free grant program supporting pilot-proven innovations ready to scale and create sustainable impact for refugee, displaced, and stateless communities worldwide.

Kalaburagi Rotti Global Challenge 2026

A competition to build a global food brand around GI-tagged Kalaburagi Rotti, with a cash prize of up to ₹3 lakh and incubation support.

Tribal Business Conclave 2026 — Open Grand Challenge

Ministry of Tribal Affairs grand challenge for DPIIT-recognised startups solving healthcare, education, and livelihood problems in tribal India — ₹12 lakh prize pool.

Defence India Startup Challenge 12 (Re-Open): Development of Inflight Urination Device for Female Fighter Pilots

iDEX DISC 12 offers grants up to ₹1.5 Crore to MSMEs, startups, and innovators for developing an inflight urination device for female fighter pilots, addressing a critical combat requirement by AFMS.

CDSCO-IndiaAI Health Innovation Acceleration Hackathon

A national AI/ML hackathon by IndiaAI and CDSCO to innovate regulatory processes for drugs and medical devices, offering an ₹85 lakh prize pool including a work contract.

IndiaAI Startups Global: International Acceleration Programs for Indian AI Startups - 2026 2nd Cohort

A 4-month international acceleration program by IndiaAI Mission to help high-potential Indian AI startups expand into European markets.

6th NHAI Innovation Hackathon — Retroreflectivity Solutions

Prize hackathon by NHAI seeking vehicle/drone-mounted and AI/ML retroreflectivity measurement solutions for Indian highways. Prizes up to ₹2,00,000.

ICMR – Gates Foundation Grand Challenge: Development of Aspirational Nutrient-Dense Food Products for Adolescent Girls and Women of Reproductive Age (WRA) to Prevent Anaemia

ICMR and Gates Foundation invite applications for a Grand Challenge grant up to ₹1 Crore to develop nutrient-dense food products that help prevent anaemia in adolescent girls and women of reproductive age.

STPI CoE-EA: Schneider Electric Open Challenge Program 3.0

An open challenge by STPI CoE-EA and Schneider Electric offering equity funding up to ₹25 lakh for Industry 4.0 and enterprise tech startups.

Startup Agri Business Incubation Programme (SABI) - Cohort 14 under PM-RKVY

Up to ₹25 lakh grant and incubation for seed-stage agri-startups under PM-RKVY.

Agripreneurship Orientation Programme (AOP) - Cohort 14 under PM-RKVY

Grant of up to ₹5L for pre-seed agri-startups under PM-RKVY. Mentorship & incubation provided.

Student Orientation Programme (SOP) - Cohort 14 under PM-RKVY

A government grant of up to ₹4 lakhs for Indian student innovators with transformative ideas in the agriculture sector, supported by PM-RKVY and incubated by CCSNIAM.

Seed Funding & Recognition under Bihar Startup Policy 2022

Startup Bihar invites early-stage founders to apply for seed funding support, official recognition, and comprehensive incubation benefits under the Bihar Startup Policy 2022.

MSME Idea Hackathon 6.0

National MSME innovation hackathon on frontier tech — renewable energy, Industry 4.0/5.0, robotics, automotive & more. Up to ₹15 lakh + incubation per approved idea. Open to Indian citizens 18+; apply 27 Jun–14 Jul 2026.

Open Challenge Program (OCP) 1.0 at SmartAgri CoE, Bhilai

An open challenge by STPI's SmartAgri CoE in Bhilai, offering incubation, lab access, mentorship, and up to ₹35 lakh seed funding to AgriTech startups.

Open Challenge Program (OCP) Cohort 1 at NERVE CoE, Nagpur

18-month equity-based incubation for AI/DeepTech startups with up to ₹50L seed funding, GPU infrastructure, and GTM support at NERVE CoE, Nagpur.