FundingUp to Rs. 9 Cr
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype
3-month exploration program for prototype-stage innovators
ClosesClosed
594 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 MVP / Prototype Early Revenue
The Spark Program at Atal Incubation Centre , GGSIPU is a fast-paced, high-impact pre-incubation and early acceleration platform designed to support early-stage ventures building innovative, future-ready solutions. Each cohort focuses on a specific theme, bringing in domain experts, investors, partners, and mentors to help startups grow faster and more efficiently. Spark Cohort 13 focuses on Sustainability & Climate Tech, supporting startups working in areas such as Alternate Energy and Green
ClosesClosed
FundingUp to Rs. 124 Cr
Equity-free
The Digital Communication Innovation Square (DCIS) supports startups in the communication sector.
ClosesClosed
FundingUp to Rs. 2 lakh
Equity-free
The 6th Open Challenge Program (OCP) by Electropreneur Park (EP) Bhubaneswar is an initiative to identify, recognize, and reward aspiring and early-stage tech entrepreneurs in the Electronics System Design Manufacturing (ESDM) sector. The program is supported by MeitY and the Government of Odisha. The objective is to facilitate the success of innovators through strategic networking, seed funding, mentoring, and access to state-of-the-art labs and incubation facilities. Selected startups will
ClosesClosed
FundingRs. 50 lakh to Rs. 3 Cr
Equity-free
The NEDFi Equity Fund Scheme aims to contribute to the development of entrepreneurship in the North Eastern Region (NER) by investing in projects with sound business ideas and the potential for high growth and above-average returns on equity-related investments. Investments are typically made in the form of equity or convertible debentures.
ClosesClosed
Scheme for Accelerating Startups around Post COVID Technology Opportunities (SASACT)
by Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)
FundingUp to Rs. 10 Cr
Equity-free
SASACT accelerates startups in the post-COVID economy.
ClosesClosed
FundingRs. 2 lakh to Rs. 50 lakh
Equity-free
The PRISM (Promoting Innovations in Individuals, Start-ups and MSMEs) scheme of DSIR aims to support individual innovators in translating their ideas into working prototypes/models/processes and to provide support for enterprise creation. It also supports institutions developing technology solutions for MSME clusters. The scheme operates in two phases and also has a component for R&D proposals.
ClosesClosed
FundingUp to Rs. 25 lakh
Equity-free MVP / Prototype Early Revenue
The Samriddhi Agripreneurship Incubation Programme under RKVY-RAFTAAR supports seed-stage startups in the agriculture, animal science, and allied sectors. It provides grant-in-aid of up to Rs. 25 lakhs for startups that have developed a minimum viable product (MVP) based on innovative technologies, services, or business models. This program helps startups refine their product, scale operations, conduct trials, prepare for market launch, and build business viability. Selected startups undergo
ClosesClosed
FundingUp to Rs. 4 lakh
Equity-free
The Karnataka Grassroot Innovation Programme is an initiative by the state's IT BT Department to identify, promote, and support innovations at the grassroots level. It aims to develop and scale local solutions that ease rural life and reduce the drudgery of rural households. The program provides a maximum financial grant of up to Rs. 4 lakhs to innovators for feasible projects. The selected projects are evaluated on a 100-point scale covering: * **Novelty (30 points):** The uniqueness and
ClosesClosed
FundingRs. 10 lakh to Rs. 1 Cr
Equity-free
scheme by the Ministry of Finance for financing SC/ST and/or Women Entrepreneurs by facilitating bank loans for setting up a greenfield project enterprise in manufacturing, services, trading sector and activities allied to agriculture. The objective of this scheme is to facilitate bank loans between Rs. 10 lakh and Rs. 1 Crore to at least one Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) borrower and at least one woman borrower per bank branch for setting up a greenfield enterprise. In case of
ClosesClosed
FundingUp to Rs. 10 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype
The Technology Business Incubator (TBI) at KIET Group of Institutions invites applications for its Incubation & Startup Scheme Support program. The program aims to nurture innovators and early-stage startups by providing financial assistance along with a comprehensive incubation ecosystem. Selected startups can receive startup grants of up to Rs. 10 Lakhs along with structured incubation support. The program focuses on helping founders scale their ideas into sustainable ventures through
ClosesClosed
FundingUp to Rs. 63 lakh
Equity-free Early Revenue
The ClimaFii Alliance is a five-year initiative anchored by Shell Foundation in partnership with Accion, with co-funding from UK aid through the UK government's Transforming Energy Access platform. Upaya Social Ventures leads the India program, supporting SMEs and startups delivering clean energy and Distributed Renewable Energy (DRE) solutions to micro-entrepreneurs. The program targets sectors such as Food, Agriculture & Allied, Waste Management & Circularity, Mobility & Logistics
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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 594+ 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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