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Startup Grants Index India's startup funding directory

Startup 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.

Showing 197 programs for Indian startups

Equity-free DPIIT Women founders Students
Closed Grant
FundingUp to Rs. 10 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype

The GENESIS Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR) Program Cohort 2 is an initiative under MeitY Startup Hub (MSH) designed to support early-stage founders from Tier II and Tier III cities in India. The program offers structured mentorship, ecosystem access, and financial support of up to Rs. 10 Lakhs to help founders validate and build their startup ideas. Selected entrepreneurs will be physically incubated at Pilani Innovation & Entrepreneurship Development Society (PIEDS), BITS Pilani, Rajasthan

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Closed Grant
FundingUp to Rs. 10 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype

The TiHAN PRAYAS / Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR) Program is offered by the iTIC Incubator at IIT Hyderabad in collaboration with TiHAN , IIT Hyderabad. The program is designed to support idea-stage entrepreneurs and early innovators in converting novel concepts into working prototypes in the domain of Autonomous Navigation and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). The initiative focuses on deep-tech mobility and autonomous systems, enabling innovators to validate and develop solutions through

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Closed Grant
FundingUp to Rs. 18 Cr
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype

Accel Atoms AI Cohort 2026 is a 3-month pre-seed scaling program designed for Indian and Indian-origin founders building AI-first startups from anywhere in the world. The program brings together Accel's global network and resources along with Google's AI Futures Fund to help founders redefine the status quo at scale. Selected startups can receive up to $2M in funding, along with access to advanced AI infrastructure, early access to DeepMind models, and over $5M worth of perks. Founders

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Closed Grant
FundingUp to Rs. 4 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype

**VentureVibe 3.0 , Idea to Reality** is an initiative designed to help early-stage innovators convert their ideas into a **Proof of Concept (PoC)** through structured support and funding. The program offers **funding support of up to Rs. 4 Lakhs** to enable idea validation, early development, and technical feasibility assessment. It is targeted at nurturing innovation within academic ecosystems and encouraging students and faculty to build impactful technology-driven solutions.

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Closed Grant
FundingUp to Rs. 10 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype

The MeitY GENESIS Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR) Cohort 2.0 Program is a flagship initiative under the MeitY GENESIS Scheme, implemented by the IIM Udaipur Incubation Centre to support early-stage founders and student entrepreneurs in deep-tech domains. The program offers financial support of up to **INR 10 Lakhs** over a period of two years, along with structured mentorship, access to experts, and exposure to a strong startup and investor network. Selected EiRs are required to be physically

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Closed Grant
FundingRs. 10 lakh to Rs. 15 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype

* **TANSEED 8.0** is an equity-linked grant fund scheme designed to kickstart and support startups. * The program provides seed investment along with a **year-long accelerator programme**. * In exchange for the funding and support, the company will give a **3% support stake** to StartupTN. * The maximum funding amount varies based on the startup's category.

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Closed Grant
FundingUp to Rs. 10 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype

The AIC IIT Delhi-Honda Road Safety & Mobility Innovation Program (Bharat Safety) is a 2-year incubation initiative launched by AIC IIT Delhi Sonipat Innovation Foundation and Honda India. It aims to nurture startups building breakthrough solutions in critical road safety challenges. The program follows a structured approach from nationwide outreach and startup selection to bootcamps, mentoring, and full incubation of top innovators. The thematic areas include: Collision Prevention & Rider

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Closed Grant
FundingUp to Rs. 35 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype

The Roche Drishti HealthTech Challenge is an initiative by Roche Pharma India aimed at accelerating breakthrough digital and technological solutions that can transform patient care, with a strong focus on strengthening India's retinal care ecosystem. The program seeks to identify and co-develop innovative healthtech solutions that support early detection, smart referrals, integrated care, and data-driven decision-making in retinal health. Selected startups will collaborate closely with Roche

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Closed Grant
FundingUp to Rs. 10 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype

The Startup Cohort 2026 by NETRARIT Foundation , Technology Business Incubator is designed to support innovative ideas and early-stage startups through a structured incubation and funding program. The program offers comprehensive startup support including financial assistance, expert mentorship, and access to incubation infrastructure. Selected startups can receive funding support of up to Rs. 10 lakh along with guidance to accelerate product development and market readiness. Participants

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Closed Grant
FundingUp to Rs. 5 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype

The Green Energy & Climate Action Challenge is launched under the Bharat Startup Grand Challenge to accelerate innovative solutions that support Bharat's green and sustainable transition. The initiative focuses on transforming ideas into scalable solutions across renewable and decentralized energy, waste-to-energy and circular technologies, and energy storage, carbon, and ESG technology. The challenge aims to address critical gaps in clean energy access, circular economy adoption, and climate

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Closed Grant
FundingUp to Rs. 5 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype

The Hair & Beauty Innovation Challenge is a thematic challenge under the Bharat Startup Grand Challenge, focused on redefining the future of personalized beauty innovation in India. The program invites startups and innovators developing solutions across beauty biotechnology, dermatology, organic and sustainable beauty products, and salon-tech platforms. The challenge aims to address gaps in scalp care, hair regrowth, product safety, personalization, and digital beauty experiences. Selected

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Closed Grant
FundingUp to Rs. 4 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype

The ARAMBH program, or Student Entrepreneurship program, is offered under the ICAR-CIRCOT RKVY-RAFTAAR Agri Business Incubator (R-ABI). It is designed to support student startups at the **ideation stage**. This grant-in-aid helps agri-startups receive funding to translate their innovative ideas into a **Proof of Concept (PoC)**, providing the initial boost needed for entrepreneurial success. The call is specifically for entrepreneurs from **Maharashtra & Goa** working in agriculture and

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About 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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