FundingSupport amount varies
Equity-free
Domain-Specific Centres of Excellence nurture startups with deep tech.
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593 programs tracked
India's startup funding directoryStartup grants & funding schemes in India
Every active grant, subsidy, competition and accelerator program for Indian founders: eligibility, funding amounts, documents and deadlines, reviewed against official sources.
FundingRs. 25 lakh to Rs. 10 Cr
Equity-free
Equipment Finance helps startup purchase equipment.
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FundingSupport amount varies
Equity-free Early Revenue
The National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber Physical Systems (NM-ICPS) aims to make India a global leader in Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) by establishing strong linkages between academia, industry, Government, and international organizations. It supports the development of technology platforms, R&D, translational research, product development, incubating & supporting start-ups, and commercialization in areas like Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Robotics, Cyber Security, Data
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FundingSupport amount varies
Equity-free Early Revenue
The Fintech Centre of Excellence is an impact-focused initiative by NSRCEL at IIM Bangalore in partnership with HDFC Bank Parivartan, the CSR arm of HDFC Bank. The program invites early to growth-stage fintech startups that are expanding access to banking, strengthening financial inclusion, and addressing meaningful financial challenges across diverse population segments in India. Selected startups receive milestone-based grant support along with structured capacity-building to strengthen
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FundingRs. 20,000 to Rs. 16 lakh
Equity-free Idea
Startup Odisha provides various monetary benefits to startups recognized under their program. These include a monthly allowance for one year, product development and marketing/publicity assistance, need-based assistance for raw materials and equipment, financial support for event participation, and subsidised incubation.
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FundingUp to Rs. 15 lakh
Equity-free MVP / Prototype Early Revenue DPIIT
TiHAN, IIT Hyderabad invites innovative Indian startups working in autonomous navigation, robotics, AI-driven mobility, and connected systems to apply for startup funding support. Selected startups receive funding support along with structured incubation, technical mentorship, and access to advanced testbed infrastructure. The program is designed to help startups validate, test, and scale autonomous and intelligent navigation solutions. The initiative also enables startups to connect with
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FundingSupport amount varies
Equity-free Early Revenue
Circular economy accelerator with pilot grants for TRL 5+ startups.
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FundingUp to Rs. 2 Cr
Equity-free
The Science and Technology Programme for Promoting Research and Innovation in Startups and MSMEs in Mining, Mineral Processing, Metallurgy and Recycling Sector (S&T-PRISM) of the Ministry of Mines aims to promote innovation and research in the mineral and mining sector. It provides financial support in the form of grants to startups, MSMEs, and individual innovators to enable them to develop functional prototypes or productize existing technologies. The scheme aims to bridge the gap between
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FundingUp to Rs. 25 lakh
Equity-free Early Revenue
The NMICPS Technology Innovation Hub on Autonomous Navigation (TiHAN) Foundation at IIT Hyderabad focuses on the research, design, and development of autonomous navigation and data acquisition systems for UAVs, ROVs, and related platforms. Under the SSS (Startup Support Scheme) Program, TiHAN invites proposals from startups with proven track records to undertake translational research and development with a clear focus on commercialization. The program supports startups working on
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FundingUp to Rs. 4 lakh
Equity-free
This grant is for early-stage innovators and student founders under the MeitY TIDE 2.0 program. It provides a non-equity grant of up to Rs. 4,00,000 to help innovators develop and validate their ideas into a working Proof-of-Concept. The program also offers one-on-one mentoring, technical guidance, and access to startup networks and opportunities.
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FundingSupport amount varies
Equity-free
Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) is an initiative by the Ministry of Defence to foster innovation and technology development in the Defence and Aerospace sector. It engages startups, MSMEs, individual innovators, R&D institutes, and academia to promote self-reliance. iDEX provides financial support (grants), mentorship, and access to test facilities to develop innovative solutions for defence needs through challenges like Defence India Startup Challenges (DISC) and Open Challenges.
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FundingUp to Rs. 30 lakh
Equity-free
MediSarthi is a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative by FITT, IIT Delhi, offering grants of up to Rs. 30 lakhs to 3-4 promising startups in the HealthTech and MedTech space. The program aims to support innovators who are building impactful solutions in areas such as affordable diagnostics, assistive health technologies, primary and preventive care, MedTech devices, and AI for healthcare. In addition to the grant, selected startups will receive mentorship, institutional support from
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313 providers 02Startup events
Webinars, workshops and meetups on funding readiness, tracked alongside scheme deadlines.
0 upcoming 03Perks & credits
Cloud credits, SaaS discounts and partner programs that stretch an early-stage budget.
3 perksAbout the IncorpX Grants Directory
The IncorpX Grants Directory tracks startup funding programs across India: central government schemes (Startup India Seed Fund, NIDHI, BIRAC, MeitY programs), state startup policies, bank and CSR programs, accelerators and early-stage investors. Each listing covers the funding amount, equity impact, eligibility conditions, required documents and the application process.
Listings are curated from official program pages and reviewed by the IncorpX compliance team. Many schemes expect prerequisites such as company incorporation, DPIIT recognition, MSME (Udyam) registration or GST registration. IncorpX provides assistance for these registrations and for organising grant application paperwork, so founders can reach the application stage prepared.
Important disclaimer
IncorpX is a private platform operated by a private company. It is not a government department, agency or official portal, and it is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of any government body or of any organisation, incubator, accelerator, investor or partner listed in this directory. All program names, logos and trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification only.
This directory is compiled from publicly available official sources and is provided for general information only. It does not constitute legal, financial, tax or professional advice. Funding amounts, eligibility criteria, required documents, deadlines and availability are determined by each program authority and change with every cycle, so the details shown here may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm the current terms on the official program source before you apply or take any decision.
IncorpX charges no fee for the information in this directory and does not collect, process, lodge or submit any application on your behalf. Applications are made by you, in your own name, directly with the respective program authority. IncorpX provides assistance only for application preparation and for related registrations such as company incorporation, DPIIT recognition, MSME (Udyam) and GST. Eligibility, approval, disbursement and selection rest solely with the respective program authority, and IncorpX makes no representation or guarantee as to any outcome.
Startup grants in India, answered
What startup grants are available in India right now?
This directory tracks 593+ active programs: central government schemes such as the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (up to Rs. 20 lakh grant plus Rs. 50 lakh via convertible debentures), NIDHI PRAYAS (up to Rs. 10 lakh for prototypes) and BIRAC BIG (up to Rs. 50 lakh for biotech), along with state programs, accelerators and private funding programs. Use the filters to narrow by sector, stage, state and deadline.
Are startup grants in India really equity-free?
Most government grants are equity-free: the government does not take shares in your company. Some programs combine a grant with debt or convertible instruments for later stages, and accelerator or VC programs listed here may involve equity. Every listing states its funding type and equity impact clearly.
Do I need DPIIT recognition to apply for these schemes?
Not for all of them. Central schemes such as the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme require DPIIT recognition, while many state programs, competitions and private programs do not. Use the DPIIT filter to see which is which. IncorpX provides assistance for DPIIT recognition applications if you need it.
How long does it take to get a startup grant in India?
Timelines vary by program. Incubator-routed schemes such as SISFS typically take around 2 months from application to decision, while national calls such as BIRAC BIG can take 3 to 4 months including technical review. Each listing shows the expected decision timeline where the program publishes one.
Can IncorpX apply for a grant on my behalf?
IncorpX provides assistance for grant application preparation: structuring your proposal, organising documents and completing prerequisite registrations such as DPIIT recognition, MSME registration or company incorporation. Applications are always submitted in your name with the respective program authority, and selection decisions rest entirely with that authority.
How often is this grants directory updated?
Our team reviews listings against official program pages and updates amounts, deadlines and statuses as new calls are announced. Every figure shown here is informational; the program authority remains the authoritative source.
What is the difference between a grant, a subsidy and seed funding?
A grant is non-repayable money awarded for a defined purpose, such as building a prototype. A subsidy reduces a cost you already incur, such as interest or patent fees. Seed funding from investors is capital in exchange for equity. This directory labels every program by type so you can compare them on the same page.
IncorpX Assistance
Found a scheme that fits? Get application-ready.
IncorpX provides assistance for the registrations most schemes expect (incorporation, DPIIT recognition, MSME, GST) and helps you organise a complete, well-documented application. Submission always happens in your name with the program authority.
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