FundingUp to Rs. 1 Cr
Equity-free
WED promotes women-led businesses.
ClosesClosed
595 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.
FundingSupport amount varies
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype
Free accelerator for 50 women-led businesses , 3-day bootcamp, Amazon mentorship, IIT-D resources & VC Demo Day.
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FundingUp to Rs. 50 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype
Women-led startups: grants up to Rs. 50L, investments up to Rs. 5Cr.
ClosesClosed
FundingSupport amount varies
Equity-free
Accelerator for women-led startups with validated MVP and early traction/revenue in India.
ClosesClosed
FundingRs. 4.3 lakh to Rs. 87 lakh
Equity-free Early Revenue
The UN Women Care and Climate Entrepreneurship Accelerator is a program to support women-owned and women-benefitting enterprises in the Asia-Pacific region. The accelerator provides tailored support in six key areas and offers grants ranging from US$5,000 to US$100,000 to selected enterprises to help them tackle the dual challenges of climate change and care work.
ClosesClosed
FundingUp to Rs. 15 lakh
Equity-free MVP / Prototype
The **Womenpreneur For Bharat 3.0** initiative is an acceleration program designed to empower women founders from **Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities**. The program provides selected startups with **funding of up to Rs. 15 Lakhs** along with comprehensive support including incubation, mentorship, and access to a robust ecosystem. The program aims to support startups that are building solutions for and from "Bharat," which refers to non-metro, semi-urban, and rural areas of India. The initiative is
ClosesClosed
FundingRs. 4 lakh to Rs. 7 lakh
Equity-free Idea
AIC Banasthali, in partnership with MeitY, runs the Technology Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs (TIDE 2.0) program. The program's vision is to strengthen **Technology Startups** by leveraging **ICT-enabled technologies** in pre-identified areas. It specifically targets aspiring women entrepreneurs and women-led startups by offering two types of financial support to convert an innovative idea into a viable product: 1. **Entrepreneur In Residence (EIR) Grant:** For early-stage ideas
ClosesClosed
FundingUp to Rs. 2.5 Cr
Equity-free
The AI by HER: The Impact Challenge for Women in AI is a global innovation challenge inviting women technologists and women-led teams to demonstrate AI solutions tackling large-scale or novel real-world public challenges. The initiative promotes inclusive innovation, gender equity, and Global South innovation. It aims to showcase scalable AI-for-Good applications at the India-AI Impact Summit in New Delhi (February 2026). Key benefits for top entries (up to 30 globally) include: * Funding
ClosesClosed
FundingUp to Rs. 5 lakh
Equity-free
The **Women-Led & Social Impact Startups Innovation Challenge** invites startups and innovators to build solutions that empower women, strengthen livelihoods, and drive inclusive social and economic progress. The challenge focuses on: - Women-led innovation and entrepreneurship - Livelihood and skill development - Rural and community empowerment - Scalable and inclusive social impact models The program aims to support innovative, community-driven solutions that demonstrate strong social
ClosesClosed
FundingUp to Rs. 10 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype
Up to Rs. 10 lakhs for women-led startups from Tier 2/3 India.
ClosesClosed
FundingUp to Rs. 4.2 lakh
Equity-free
Grant for women founders, freelancers, entrepreneurs, and community builders. Open to all genders aligned with the mission of empowering women in business.
ClosesClosed
FundingSupport amount varies
Equity-free DPIIT
3-week acceleration track for DPIIT-recognised women-led DeepTech startups (under 2 years).
ClosesClosed
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315 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 595+ 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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