The UKG India – Venture Center CSR Collaboration 2026 offers equity-free grant funding of up to ₹10 lakh to innovators and startups developing science-based solutions for healthcare frontline workers and affordable assistive technologies for manufacturing frontline workers.
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.
Joint India-Finland R&D grant for sustainable energy, digital tech, and microelectronics projects.
GENESIS Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR) Cohort-3, implemented by MeitY Startup Hub, supports Indian early-stage innovators developing technology-based solutions in Electronics, IT, ICT and DeepTech through incubation, mentorship, ecosystem access, networking and financial assistance.
Him Palam RKVY-RAFTAAR Seed Fund Programme 2026
by Him Palam PM-RKVY Agri Business Incubator (Him Palam RABI)
Equity-free grant-in-aid of up to ₹25 lakh for DPIIT-recognized agritech startups in Himachal Pradesh through the Him Palam PM-RKVY Agri Business Incubator under the RKVY-RAFTAAR scheme.
3-month defence tech accelerator for PoC-ready/early-revenue Indian hardware startups.
A structured co-development challenge by Honda and T-Hub supporting startups building digital mobility solutions, with grants of up to ₹40 lakh per startup, Honda mentorship and a potential pathway to pilot after PoC.
The Technology Development & Investment Promotion Scheme provides financial support to eligible startups and MSMEs for prototyping, proof-of-concept development, product and solution validation, and pilot deployment of telecom and ICT technologies in live public or private telecom networks.
Short Description DEEP LEAP is IIMK LIVE's flagship deep tech incubation program powered by Walmart. The program supports prototype and MVP stage startups with one year of incubation, expert mentorship, industry collaborations, investor access, Demo Day opportunities, and funding support of up to Rs. 30 lakh.
The CITIL Innovation Grant supports startups, students, researchers, faculty and industry collaborators developing innovations beyond TRL 3 by providing grants of up to Rs. 2 lakh, incubation support and expert mentorship for prototype development and commercialization.
The J&K Startup Seed Fund Scheme provides equity-free financial assistance of up to Rs. 20 lakh to eligible startups recognized by JKEDI for proof of concept, prototype development, product trials, market entry, commercialization, and business scaling.
The Women Startup Program by NSRCEL, powered by Kotak BizLabs, is an equity-free entrepreneurship programme that supports women founders from idea validation to business growth through mentorship, incubation, investor readiness, networking, and ecosystem access.
The NIDHI Seed Support Program (SSP) at PDEU Innovation and Incubation Centre provides up to ₹50 lakh in DST funding to technology-based startups for proof of concept, prototype development, product trials, market entry, and commercialization.
Beyond grants
Grant providers
Government bodies, incubators, accelerators and investors behind every program, with all their schemes in one profile.
349 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.
4 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.
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 654+ 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.
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.
