FundingRs. 10 lakh to Rs. 30 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype Logistics & Mobility
Maritime startup seed grant of up to 30 Lakhs by IIMK LIVE and Cochin Shipyard Ltd
ClosesJun 15, 2026
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.
FundingUp to Rs. 10 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype AI, SaaS & Enterprise Deeptech & Robotics
Prototype grant up to Rs. 10L from NIT Srinagar's DST-iTBI incubator (GIF) for science & tech-based startup ideas.
ClosesJun 15, 2026
FundingRs. 30 lakh to Rs. 50 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype AI, SaaS & Enterprise Deeptech & Robotics
Seed funding of Rs. 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.
ClosesJun 19, 2026
FundingUp to Rs. 41.75 lakh
Equity-free MVP / Prototype Early Revenue
Global TiE pitch competition for women-founded startups , $100,000+ in equity-free prizes ($50K global winner), mentorship & investor access. Idea-stage excluded.
ClosesJun 25, 2026
FundingRs. 2 lakh to Rs. 5 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype
NIT Agartala's DST-iTBI incubator offers early-stage hardware/deeptech startups an equity-free Rs. 2, 5 lakh ignition grant plus a 6-month incubation program.
ClosesJun 30, 2026
FundingUp to Rs. 10 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype
Funding support up to Rs. 10 Lakhs for early-stage startups, student innovators, and aspiring entrepreneurs in various tech sectors.
ClosesJun 30, 2026
FundingRs. 59.44 lakh to Rs. 2.97 Cr
Equity-free MVP / Prototype Early Revenue AI, SaaS & Enterprise Deeptech & Robotics
Asia's deep tech startup pitching competition (10th edition) by Enterprise Singapore , Startup SG grant prizes up to S$400K (≈Rs. 2.97 cr), finals at SWITCH 2026, Singapore.
ClosesJun 30, 2026
FundingSupport amount varies
Equity-free MVP / Prototype Early Revenue Deeptech & Robotics
Global co-innovation program for hardware, semiconductor, and embedded software startups.
ClosesJun 30, 2026
FundingSupport amount varies
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype Biotech, Health & Pharma Agritech & Food
Joint call for Bio AI hubs in biomanufacturing under BioE3. Open to startups, LLPs, and academic SIROs.
ClosesJun 30, 2026
FundingUp to Rs. 1.5 Cr
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype Space, Drones & Defence Deeptech & Robotics
Up to Rs. 1.5 crore equity-free defence grant for Indian startups, innovators and MSMEs.
ClosesJun 30, 2026
FundingUp to Rs. 4 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype Agritech & Food Biotech, Health & Pharma
Up to Rs. 4L grant-in-aid for student entrepreneurs building agri-startups from idea to prototype , NaaViC, ICAR-NIVEDI.
ClosesJun 30, 2026
FundingUp to Rs. 5 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype Agritech & Food Edtech & Skilling
11-month incubation for women-led startups and ventures building solutions for women , IIMV FIELD, CSR-backed by NBCC India Ltd.
ClosesJun 30, 2026
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Government bodies, incubators, accelerators and investors behind every program, with all their schemes in one profile.
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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