GOVERNMENT GRANT FUNDING

Free Capital.
Zero Dilution.

The Indian government offers 100+ grant programs worth ₹3L to ₹2.5Cr. We help founders navigate, apply, and win — keeping every share intact.

₹3L–₹2.5Cr

Grant Range

100+

Active Schemes

0%

Equity Given Up

Grant Match Score

Based on your startup profile

87%

₹50L

Top Scheme

3–5 Days

Doc Ready

RECOMMENDED SCHEMES

  • NIDHI-SSP
  • ELEVATE NXT
  • TIDE 2.0

“We didn’t know grants existed for our stage. HOS Bharat identified 6 schemes we qualified for — we secured ₹25 lakh without giving up any equity.”

— Early-stage founder, DeepTech startup

ecosystem
THE ECOSYSTEM

100+ government schemes mapped & tracked in real-time

THE PROBLEM EVERY FOUNDER FACES

Great ideas die waiting
for the right capital

Most founders chase equity investors too early. They don't realize the Indian government offers non-dilutive capital — money you never have to pay back, and equity you never give up.

Product development
Prototype creation
Technology research
Innovation pilots
Market validation
Early-stage scaling

WHERE ARE YOU?

Find Your Grant Match

Different stages unlock different grants. Tell us where you are — we’ll tell you what you qualify for.

01

Idea Stage

Funding for early research, concept development, and experimentation.

“I have a concept but need capital to validate it.”
₹3L – ₹10L
02

Prototype Stage

Support for building MVPs, hardware prototypes, and testing.

"My MVP is ready, I need funds to build the real thing."
₹10L – ₹50L
03

Pilot Stage

Funding for testing products with early customers and partners.

"I have early traction and need to scale my pilot."
₹25L – ₹1Cr
04

DeepTech & R&D

Programs for AI, robotics, biotech, and frontier technologies.

"I'm building frontier tech that needs research capital."
Up to ₹2.5Cr

The Landscape

100+ Grant Programs, One Platform

From core government schemes to global accelerators — we track every opportunity.

Total Programs Tracked

30+

Core Government
36
State & DeepTech
33
Sector Challenges
30
Corporate & Incubator
30
Women & Impact
17
Global Programs
18
Core Government
36 programs
Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS)
Up to ₹20 Lakh / Up to ₹50 Lakh
DPIIT flagship non-dilutive seed fund for early-stage startups via approved incubators, covering PoC, prototype and market entry.
Fund of Funds for Startups (FFS) 1.0
₹10,000 Crore (via AIFs)
SIDBI-managed scheme investing in SEBI-registered AIFs which then invest in Indian startups.
Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0
₹10,000 Crore (via AIFs)
New FoF launched with additional corpus focusing on AI, deep tech and clean tech.
SAMRIDH (MeitY)
Up to ₹40 Lakh
MeitY accelerator for product-based software startups with PoC, offering matching co-investment for scaling.
NIDHI – Seed Support System (SSS)
Up to ₹1 Crore
DST seed funding for DPIIT-recognised startups incubated at approved centres, supporting MVP to early revenue.
NIDHI-PRAYAS – PoC Grants
Up to ₹10 Lakh
DST proof-of-concept grants for deep tech and hardware innovators at idea and prototype stage.
DST-iTBI Ignition Grant
Up to ₹10 Lakh
Grant for startups incubated at iTBI centres, covering idea, prototype and MVP stages.
NIDHI EIR (Entrepreneur-in-Residence)
₹30,000/month (up to 1 year)
DST stipend support for individuals working full-time on startup ideas.
TIDE 2.0 (MeitY)
Up to ₹40 Lakh
Supports AI, IoT, Blockchain and FinTech startups via approved incubation centres.
GENESIS (MeitY)
₹10 – ₹50 Lakh
Platform for deep tech startups in AI, Cybersecurity and HealthTech from MVP to growth stage.
Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) – Atal Incubation Centres
Up to ₹10 Crore
NITI Aayog initiative establishing incubation centres nationwide to support startups across sectors.
Atal New India Challenge (ANIC)
Up to ₹1 Crore
Grant platform for startups solving sectoral challenges in health, agriculture, mobility and more.
BIRAC Biotechnology Ignition Grant (BIG)
Up to ₹50 Lakh
Funding support for early-stage biotech startups and innovators with commercial potential.
BIRAC SITARE-GYT Programme
Up to ₹15 Lakh
Programme supporting student innovators and researchers in biotech and life sciences.
BIRAC AcE Fund
Up to ₹50 Lakh
Early-stage funding for biotech startups in healthcare, agriculture and allied sectors.
BIRAC RDI Fund
₹5 Crore – ₹200 Crore
Large-scale R&D funding for biotech and life sciences startups at growth stage.
iDEX Prime – Defence Innovation
Up to ₹10 Crore
MoD grant for startups solving defence problems for Air Force and Navy at prototype stage.
iDEX DISC – Defence Innovation
Up to ₹1.5 Crore
Supports development and demonstration of defence technology solutions.
IHFC – PRONIM 2026 (IIT Delhi)
Up to ₹2 Crore
IIT Delhi IHub programme supporting AI, robotics and healthtech startups.
RKVY-RAFTAAR Agritech Startup Scheme
Up to ₹25 Lakh
Agritech startup scheme with incubation, mentorship and funding support.
DDWS Innovation Challenge
Up to ₹3 Lakh
Department of Drinking Water & Sanitation challenge supporting innovative solutions in water and sanitation.
CGSS – Credit Guarantee Scheme for Startups
Up to ₹20 Crore
Government-backed scheme providing collateral-free credit guarantee cover for DPIIT-recognised startups.
CGTMSE – Credit Guarantee Fund for MSMEs
Up to ₹10 Crore
Scheme providing credit guarantee to banks for collateral-free loans to MSMEs and startups.
Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana (PMMY)
Up to ₹20 Lakh
Collateral-free loans for micro and small businesses under Shishu, Kishor, Tarun and Tarun Plus categories.
Stand-Up India Scheme
₹10 Lakh – ₹1 Crore
Bank loans for SC/ST and women entrepreneurs to set up new greenfield enterprises.
PMEGP – PM Employment Generation Programme
15% – 35% Subsidy
Subsidy-linked scheme supporting new MSME manufacturing and service enterprises.
SIP-EIT – International Patent Support (MeitY)
Up to ₹15 Lakh
Financial support for international patent filing by MSMEs and technology startups.
CLCSS / CLCS-TUS – Technology Upgradation
15% Subsidy (Up to ₹1 Crore)
Capital subsidy scheme helping MSMEs upgrade technology and machinery.
Multiplier Grants Scheme (MGS)
Up to ₹2 Crore
Scheme supporting industry-academia R&D collaboration with matching government funding.
ASPIRE – Rural Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Programme Based
Promotes innovation and entrepreneurship in rural industries through incubation support.
INSPIRE – DST Student Innovation
Varies
Initiative encouraging students towards science and innovation with scholarships and grants.
IFCI Scheme for ST Innovators
Up to ₹30 Lakh
Venture funding support for startups founded by Scheduled Tribe entrepreneurs.
CIMSME Fintech Challenge (DPIIT)
Pilot & Ecosystem Access
Fintech challenge supporting startups solving MSME finance problems.
NSTEP – Millet Student Innovation (MoA)
Up to ₹4 Lakh
Grant for students and researchers working on millet-based innovations.
NEST – Millet Startup Programme (MoA)
Up to ₹5 Lakh
Programme supporting startups in millet innovation with funding and training.
NGRAIN – Millet Agripreneurship (MoA)
Up to ₹25 Lakh
Funding support for agripreneurs working on millet-based innovation at early revenue stage.
State & DeepTech
33 programs
ELEVATE NXT 2026 (Karnataka)
Up to ₹1 Crore
Karnataka government grant for DPIIT-registered deep tech startups at prototype-to-scaling stage. One of India's largest state startup grants.
Karnataka Idea2PoC Grant
Up to ₹5 Lakh
Karnataka government early-stage grant for startups to convert ideas to proof-of-concept. Complements the ELEVATE programme.
Karnataka Elevate Unnati (SC/ST Track)
Up to ₹50 Lakh
Karnataka government ELEVATE variant for SC/ST entrepreneurs with additional support and relaxed eligibility.
Karnataka Elevate Kalyana Karnataka
Up to ₹50 Lakh
Karnataka ELEVATE track specifically for startups from underdeveloped Kalyana Karnataka region.
Karnataka Acceleration Network (KAN) Cohort 2
Programme-based
Karnataka Govt/DERBI accelerator for MVP-to-growth stage Karnataka entrepreneurs. Evaluates innovation and state relevance.
Maharashtra MahaFund (MSInS)
Up to ₹15 Lakh + IPR subsidy
Maharashtra government ₹500 Crore fund offering grants, IPR reimbursement, and pilot work orders via Startup Week.
Maharashtra Startup Week Challenge
Work orders up to ₹15 Lakh
Challenge where winners receive government work orders to pilot solutions with state departments.
MahaGAD AI Sahayak Grand Challenge
Grant-based
Maharashtra government AI governance challenge for prototype and MVP stage AI solution providers.
Telangana T-Spark Grant
Up to ₹10 Lakh
Telangana State Innovation Cell grant for early and seed-stage startups for prototype development and talent support.
Telangana T-Fund (Co-investment)
Co-investment (not fixed)
Telangana state co-investment fund investing alongside angels and VCs in tech startups with AI and deep tech focus.
Telangana T-PRIDE (SC/ST Entrepreneurs)
Up to ₹1 Crore (subsidy)
Telangana scheme for SC/ST entrepreneurs with 35–50% investment subsidy, 100% tax reimbursement, and priority land allotment.
Telangana WE-Hub Women Accelerator
Programme-based
Telangana Women Entrepreneurship Hub programme supporting women-led startups with incubation and investor access.
Tamil Nadu TANSEED 8.0
₹10 – ₹15 Lakh
StartupTN seed fund for green tech and social impact startups in Tamil Nadu from idea to MVP stage.
Tamil Nadu LangTech Startup Fund
Up to ₹2.5 Crore
StartupTN / Tamil Virtual Academy fund supporting Tamil language technology and AI startups.
Tamil Nadu Space Tech Fund
Up to ₹50 Lakh
StartupTN fund supporting SpaceTech startups from prototype to early revenue stage.
Tamil Nadu SC/ST Startup Equity Fund
Equity fund (varies)
StartupTN equity fund promoting inclusive entrepreneurship for SC/ST founders at MVP to scaling stage.
Tamil Nadu Agri-Tech Grant Scheme
₹10 – ₹25 Lakh
Tamil Nadu Department of Agricultural Marketing grant for agritech startups from idea to growth stage.
TANSEED V-Fund 6.0 (Women Accelerator)
Up to ₹2 Lakh
StartupTN grant for women-led startups from idea to early revenue stage.
Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) – Seed Fund
Up to ₹15 Lakh
KSUM seed funding and incubation support for startups across sectors in Kerala.
Kerala BCDD Funding Support
Up to ₹10 Lakh
Kerala Startup Mission with Backward Classes Development Dept. supporting startups at idea, prototype and MVP stages.
Gujarat SSIP 2.0 (Student Innovation Policy)
Up to ₹2.5 Lakh / ₹20 Lakh
Gujarat government scheme supporting student startups with funding for prototyping and IPR support.
Gujarat Startup Srujan Seed Support (S4) – Cohort 3
₹2.5 – ₹10 Lakh
Gujarat I-Hub/SSIP seed support for student startups from idea to early revenue stage.
iCreate Pro-Fund Gateway (Gujarat)
₹2 – ₹30 Lakh
Gujarat government gateway mapping innovators to appropriate state funding schemes for prototype and PoC.
Uttar Pradesh Startup Policy 2020 – Seed Capital
Seed + ₹1,000 Crore FoF
Uttar Pradesh startup policy offering seed capital support and a ₹1,000 Crore Fund of Funds for startups across sectors.
HP Udgam Cohort (HPCL)
Up to ₹2.5 Crore
HPCL programme supporting energy innovation startups with milestone-based funding.
herSTART 5th Edition (GUSEC, Gujarat)
Up to ₹50 Lakh
Women-focused programme supporting entrepreneurs with grants and investor readiness support.
IMPunjab Accelerator Cohort 3
Programme-based
Innovation Mission Punjab accelerator for early revenue to growth stage startups.
EDII Tamil Nadu Innovation Voucher
₹3 – ₹7 Lakh
EDII Tamil Nadu voucher scheme helping MSMEs and startups access technology services.
MAGIC Seed Fund (Marathwada)
Programme-based
Marathwada Accelerator seed support for startups across multiple sectors in Maharashtra.
Goa Open Innovation Challenge (AIC GIM)
Pilot opportunity
AIC GIM Foundation challenge supporting startups solving government and industry problems with pilot opportunities.
Northeast SMUTBI / Digi-SAPNE Accelerator
Grant + milestone funding
Northeast India accelerator supporting agri-tech, tourism and sustainability startups with milestone-based grants.
Andhra Pradesh Ratan Tata Innovation Hub (RTIH)
Programme-based
RTIH co-incubation programme supporting market-ready startups in fintech, marine-tech and logistics.
Rajasthan iStart Scheme
Up to ₹5 Lakh
Rajasthan government startup scheme offering seed funding, infrastructure support and mentorship.
Sector Challenges
30 programs
Avaana–Startup India Deep Tech Grand Challenge
Up to ₹2.5 Crore
Startup India and Avaana Capital non-dilutive challenge for deep tech startups in energy, AI, space, bioengineering, and advanced materials.
IHFC–ARTPARK–Siemens Healthineers MedTech Call 2026
Up to ₹2 Crore
IHFC IIT Delhi + ARTPARK IISc + Siemens Healthineers joint grant for startups solving specific medtech problems.
LVPEI BioNEST Startup Challenge
Up to ₹5 Lakh + incubation
LVPEI challenge for ophthalmology and MedTech startups evaluating clinical relevance and innovation.
IITK FinTech Spark Program
Up to ₹4 Lakh
SIIC IIT Kanpur programme for FinTech idea and MVP-stage startups and students.
Bharat Startup Grand Challenge (BSGC) 2026
Up to ₹5 Lakh
Startup India multi-sector challenge for idea-to-early revenue stage Indian startups.
Automobile & EV Transformation Challenge
As per call
DPIIT/Startup India challenge for EV and mobility startups at MVP to early revenue stage.
Green Energy & Climate Action Challenge
As per call
DPIIT/Startup India challenge for CleanTech, Energy and Climate startups at prototype to commercial stage.
Steel the Future – Innovation Challenge
As per call
DPIIT/Startup India challenge for industrial innovation in steel from prototype to commercial stage.
Strategic Minerals & Materials Challenge
As per call
DPIIT/Startup India challenge for advanced materials and manufacturing startups focusing on import substitution.
Sustainable Textiles & Smart Fashion Challenge
As per call
DPIIT/Startup India challenge for sustainable textiles and smart fashion startups.
Digital & FinTech Inclusion Challenge
As per call
DPIIT/Startup India challenge for FinTech and digital inclusion startups evaluating inclusion impact.
Health & Wellness Innovation Challenge
As per call
DPIIT/Startup India challenge for HealthTech and wellness startups at MVP to growth stage.
Manufacturing Innovation Challenge (Multi-track)
Cash prize + pilot opportunity
DPIIT/Startup India multi-track challenge for manufacturing and Industry 4.0 startups across waste, logistics, cement, power, and predictive maintenance.
Retail Digitization & Distribution Challenge
As per call
DPIIT/Startup India challenge for RetailTech, distribution and supply chain startups.
Indigenous Defence & Security Tech Challenge
As per call
Ministry of Defence and Startup India challenge for defence and security tech startups from prototype to commercial stage.
Greenovation Green Steel Challenge (EarthON)
Up to ₹25 Lakh
EarthON Foundation challenge for green steel and decarbonisation startups at prototype, MVP and early revenue stage.
Retinal Care & Real-World Evidence Challenge (Roche)
₹35 Lakh per problem
DPIIT/Startup India and Roche HealthTech challenge for prototype to pilot stage healthcare startups.
MRF Rubber Market Innovation Challenge
₹50,000 + incubation
DPIIT and MRF challenge for agritech and manufacturing startups at prototype stage.
Rural Development & Advanced Drone Technologies
₹3 Lakh + incubation
DPIIT/Startup India AgriTech and Drone challenge for startups delivering rural impact at prototype to MVP stage.
AgriDISQovery 2.0 (Digital Impact Square)
Programme-based
Digital Impact Square and Startup India challenge supporting innovators addressing agriculture challenges.
Alibaba.com Global Export Enablement Challenge
As per call
DPIIT and Alibaba.com challenge supporting export-ready Indian startups and SMEs.
Sustainovation Challenge 2.0
Up to ₹5 Lakh
Startup India challenge for climate tech startups at MVP to growth stage evaluating ESG impact.
NASSCOM Deeptech Accelerate – Industry 4.0
Programme-based
NASSCOM 20-week accelerator for deep tech and Industry 4.0 startups in manufacturing sector.
IIT Tirupati TIH Deep Tech TDP 2026
Up to ₹1 Crore
IIT Tirupati I-Hub funding for deep tech, cyber-physical systems and earth observation startups.
KrishiBoot – Pitch for Incubation (ICAR-NAARM)
Programme-based
ICAR-NAARM incubation programme for early-stage agri-startups and individuals with ideas or prototypes.
PIEDS × 1811 Labs – Gen AI Accelerator
Up to ₹10 Lakh
BITS Pilani PIEDS and 1811 Labs accelerator for Generative AI startups at MVP stage.
Hair & Beauty Innovation Challenge
As per call
DPIIT/Startup India challenge for personal care, beauty and hair innovation startups.
India Water Pitch-Pilot-Scale Startup Challenge
Up to ₹20 Lakh
Jal Shakti and Startup India challenge for water technology and management solutions from idea to scale.
MG Developer Program & Grant Season 6.0
Grant + acceleration
JSW MG Motor India and DPIIT programme supporting mobility innovation startups across stages.
Bosch-BMU Innovation Challenge
₹0 – ₹10 Lakh
Bosch and ACIC-BMU challenge supporting sustainable mobility ideas and MVP-stage startups.
Corporate & Incubator
30 programs
SBC Sprint2Frontier Acceleration 2026
Up to ₹5 Crore
Startupbootcamp India 13-week accelerator for pre-Series A startups in DeepTech, Defence, Climate and AI with VC-linked funding.
Venture Challenge 9.0 (AIC Shiv Nadar)
₹5 Lakh – ₹1 Crore
AIC Shiv Nadar University incubation for prototype-to-scaling startups across sectors.
SPARK Program (SINE IIT Bombay)
Up to ₹50 Lakh
IIT Bombay SINE programme supporting deep tech and healthcare startups from early revenue to growth stage.
FinNest 1.0 Fintech Acceleration (IIML EIC + HDFC)
Up to ₹1 Crore
IIM Lucknow EIC and HDFC Bank accelerator for FinTech and financial inclusion startups.
Chiratae Sonic DeepTech Program
Up to ₹18 Crore
Chiratae Ventures programme for deep tech startups with stage-wise evaluation and global investor linkages.
ACE $100K High-Touch AI Accelerator
Up to ₹90 Lakh (~$100K)
Private AI and deep tech accelerator for prototype to early revenue startups with grant funding.
NXP India Tech Startup Challenge 2026
₹10 Lakh (Top 3)
NXP India and Startup India challenge for semiconductor, embedded systems, automotive and IoT startups.
R|Elan Circular Design Challenge (Reliance + UN)
₹15 Lakh / ₹5 Lakh
Reliance and United Nations challenge for sustainable fashion and circular economy startups.
Impact Orbit – Skilling & Livelihoods (NSRCEL + Capgemini)
Up to ₹12.5 Lakh
NSRCEL IIM Bangalore and Capgemini programme supporting skilling and livelihood startups.
BUILD 5.0 – Boeing (FITT IIT Delhi)
Up to ₹10 Lakh
Boeing and FITT IIT Delhi programme supporting aerospace and deep tech startups from idea to MVP stage.
BIRAC / C-CAMP Wadhwani WIN Fund
Up to ₹1 Crore
C-CAMP and Wadhwani Foundation non-dilutive funding for biotech and deep tech startups.
CarbonEDGE Accelerator (HDFC Parivartan)
Up to ₹30 Lakh
Climate tech accelerator supporting carbon reduction startups from MVP to growth stage.
Tectonic: Innovations for Sustainability (Social Alpha)
₹30 – ₹60 Lakh
Social Alpha programme supporting climate and sustainability innovators from idea to scaling.
TECHPIONEER Grant (IIT Madras + HDFC)
Up to ₹50 Lakh
IIT Madras Incubation Cell and HDFC Parivartan grant for deep tech startups at MVP to growth stage.
SAAF Cities 2.0 (Villgro + HDFC Parivartan)
Up to ₹2.4 Crore
Villgro and HDFC Parivartan programme supporting urban innovation startups.
FITT – IIT Delhi Incubation Program
Programme-based
IIT Delhi FITT incubation for deep tech and engineering startups from idea to early revenue stage.
NSRCEL – ECB Program (IIM Bangalore)
Programme-based
IIM Bangalore NSRCEL early cohort build programme for MVP to revenue stage startups.
Avinya Ventures Pitch Day (T-Hub)
₹4.5 – ₹9 Crore
VC-scale pitch day for seed to Series A startups across sectors with funding opportunities.
Investment Readiness Accelerator (ISB I-Venture)
Programme-based
ISB I-Venture accelerator focused on investor readiness for early revenue startups.
PayU INFiNITy 3.0 Fintech Accelerator
Programme-based
PayU accelerator for FinTech startups at MVP, early revenue and growth stages.
IHH Catalyst Program – Fortis India Edition
Programme-based
IHH Healthcare and Fortis HealthTech accelerator for MVP to growth stage healthcare startups.
GrowX Acceleration Program 2026 (AI CoE, GIFT City)
Programme-based
AI Centre of Excellence GIFT City accelerator for AI and deep tech startups.
SMT. Raj Kumari Jain Seed Fund (BITS Pilani)
₹10 – ₹50 Lakh
PIEDS BITS Pilani seed fund supporting innovation, technology and healthcare startups.
Samriddhi Agripreneurship Incubation (ICAR-IVRI)
₹25 Lakh
ICAR-IVRI incubation programme for agriculture startups at MVP to early revenue stage.
AIC Mahindra – Call for Incubation 2026
Programme-based
AIC Mahindra e-Hub Foundation incubation supporting early-stage startups from PoC to MVP stage.
IIITB COMET 5G Startup Incubation
Programme-based
IIITB COMET Foundation incubation for 5G, IoT and deep tech startups at prototype to early revenue stage.
NASSCOM CoE – IoT & AI Gurugram Incubation
Programme-based
NASSCOM Centre of Excellence programme for IoT and AI startups at early revenue stage.
ArthX Program (AIC-ISB + HDFC Parivartan)
Up to ₹10 Lakh
AIC-ISB sustainability accelerator supporting early revenue to growth stage startups.
Circular Bharat Accelerator (NSRCEL + HUL + NITI Aayog)
Programme-based
NSRCEL, HUL and NITI Aayog accelerator supporting circular economy startups.
ImpactNest 2.0 Accelerator (IIM Lucknow)
Programme-based
IIM Lucknow EIC accelerator supporting social impact startups from prototype to revenue stage.
Women & Impact
17 programs
Amazon Saheli Accelerate Program
Non-dilutive support
DPIIT and Amazon accelerator for women entrepreneurs and women-led businesses in e-commerce and D2C.
herSTART 5th Edition 2026 (GUSEC)
Up to ₹50 Lakh
GUSEC Gujarat programme supporting women entrepreneurs across idea to growth stages.
Telangana WE-Hub Women Accelerator
Programme-based
Telangana Women Entrepreneurship Hub programme providing incubation, mentoring and investor access.
SAMRIDH AcceleratHER (Zone Startups India)
Up to ₹40 Lakh (matching)
MeitY SAMRIDH track supporting women-led tech startups with co-investment funding.
V-Fund 6.0 – Women Accelerator (StartupTN)
Up to ₹2 Lakh
StartupTN grant supporting women-led startups from idea to early revenue stage.
Women-Led & Social Impact Startups Challenge (DPIIT)
As per call
DPIIT and Startup India challenge supporting women-led and social impact startups based on impact metrics.
WEnnovate 2.0 – Women in Deep Tech (KIIF)
Programme-based
KIIF accelerator for DPIIT-recognised women-led deep tech startups.
Stand-Up India – Women & SC/ST
₹10 Lakh – ₹1 Crore
Bank loans for women and SC/ST entrepreneurs to establish greenfield enterprises.
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women Programme
Programme-based
Global programme offering business education, mentoring and networking for women entrepreneurs.
Youth Co:Lab National Innovation Challenge
₹2.2 – ₹3.5 Lakh
UNDP and Citi Foundation challenge supporting youth-led social innovation startups.
AI & Technology Solutions for Women's Livelihoods (Gates Foundation)
Programme-based
Gates Foundation grant supporting AI and technology startups improving women's livelihoods at MVP to growth stage.
ImpactNest 2.0 Accelerator (IIM Lucknow EIC)
Programme-based
IIM Lucknow EIC accelerator for social impact startups with emphasis on scalability and impact.
Sustainovation Challenge 2.0
Up to ₹5 Lakh
Startup India challenge supporting climate tech startups with strong ESG and sustainability focus.
EPAM Social Impact Innovation Program (AIC-IIITH)
Up to ₹5 Lakh
EPAM and CIE IIITH programme supporting social impact, climate and clean energy startups at early revenue stage.
Toilet Board Coalition Accelerator 2027
Programme-based
12-month virtual accelerator supporting sanitation economy startups across emerging markets including India.
Bharat Startup Grand Challenge – Social Impact Track
Up to ₹5 Lakh
Startup India multi-sector challenge with dedicated focus on social impact and women-led startups.
Tie Women Program 2026
Up to $50,000
Programme for startups founded or co-founded by women (minimum 33% equity) with global exposure and funding support.
Global Programs
18 programs
Y Combinator Spring 2026 Batch
Up to $500K (~₹4.5 Crore)
World's top accelerator open globally across all sectors and stages with a 3-month intensive programme.
Climate Finance Accelerator (CFA) India 2026
Programme-based
UK Government-backed accelerator for climate finance and energy transition startups.
O'Shaughnessy Fellowships & Grants (OSV)
Up to ₹90 Lakh (~$100K)
US philanthropy grants supporting multi-sector innovators from idea to scaling stage globally.
Innovate For Impact Challenge 2026 (World Food Prize)
Up to ₹45 Lakh
World Food Prize Foundation challenge for AgriTech and sustainability startups with global reach.
SBC Sprint2Frontier (Startupbootcamp India)
Up to ₹5 Crore
Startupbootcamp India global accelerator for DeepTech, Defence, Climate and AI startups.
BioVerse Challenge 2025 (Thermo Fisher Scientific)
Tech access + mentorship
Global biotech challenge supporting early-stage DPIIT startups with technology access and mentoring.
TECHARENA 2026 – Stockholm Delegation (DPIIT)
Market access + exposure
DPIIT programme sending Indian startups to Stockholm for global exposure and investor access.
SuSHi Tech Tokyo 2026 (DPIIT)
Showcase + matchmaking
DPIIT programme enabling startups to showcase innovations and connect with global partners.
Infineon COINS Co-Innovation Program
Non-fiscal support
Infineon global co-innovation programme offering hardware support, evaluation boards and partner access.
NXP India Tech Startup Challenge 2026
₹10 Lakh total prizes
NXP India challenge for semiconductor, embedded systems and automotive startups.
R|Elan Circular Design Challenge (Reliance + UN India)
₹15 Lakh / ₹5 Lakh
UN India and Reliance R|Elan challenge supporting sustainable fashion and circular economy startups.
ACE $100K High-Touch AI Accelerator
Up to ₹90 Lakh (~$100K)
International AI and deep tech accelerator offering grant funding and global exposure.
Climate Redesign Awards 2026 (Climate Collective)
Awards + grants
Global Climate Collective awards and grants supporting climate-focused innovators.
Alibaba.com Global Export Enablement Challenge
Programme-based
DPIIT and Alibaba.com challenge connecting Indian startups to global export markets.
ISIF Asia Digital Inclusion Grant
Programme-based
Internet Society programme funding digital inclusion and internet access initiatives across Asia Pacific.
Toilet Board Coalition Accelerator 2027
Programme-based
Global 12-month accelerator supporting sanitation economy startups in emerging markets.
Stanford Seed Spark 2026 (TiE Hyderabad)
Programme-based
Stanford Seed and TiE Hyderabad programme helping Indian startups scale with global exposure.
Chiratae Sonic DeepTech Program
Up to ₹18 Crore
Chiratae Ventures programme supporting deep tech startups with global investor network and scaling support.

HOW IT WORKS

From Application to
Disbursement

Government grants follow a structured multi-stage evaluation. Here's the journey — and how we guide you through every step.

process

OUR PROMISE

6 stages, fully managed by our team

You focus on building. We handle the paperwork, submissions, and follow-ups.

01

Application Submission

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Submit proposal, pitch deck, innovation description, and financial projections through the scheme portal.
02

Initial Screening

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Evaluation of eligibility and completeness.
03

Technical Evaluation

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Detailed technical review by experts.
04

Founder Pitch

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Pitch to evaluation panel.
05

Approval & Sanction

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Approval and official sanction.
06

Milestone Disbursement

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Funds released in milestones.

THE HOS ADVANTAGE

Our 6-Step Grant Engine

Grant applications require more than forms. Our structured execution model maximizes your approval probability — so you can focus on building.

1 2 3 4 5 6

Grant Eligibility Mapping

We identify the highest-probability schemes aligned with your startup.

01

Incubator & Program Alignment

We connect startups with the right incubators and program partners.

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Documentation Development

Pitch decks, financial projections, and grant utilization plans.

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Application Optimization

Submission compliance with scheme-specific formats.

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Founder Pitch Preparation

Training for evaluator interviews and selection panels.

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Post-Approval Support

Milestone reports and utilization certificates for smooth disbursement.

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WHY FOUNDERS CHOOSE US

Built for Founders
Who Move Fast

We don't just fill forms. We engineer grant outcomes — with speed, precision, and a founder-first approach.

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Proven Track Record

SISFS, NIDHI, MeitY, BIRAC, and global accelerators.

50+

Multi-Scheme Strategy

Focused on high-probability schemes, not random applications.

3x

End-to-End Execution

From grant mapping to disbursement support.

100%

Fast Turnaround

Grant packages prepared within 3–5 working days.

3-5d

Founder-First Voice

Clear founder voice, not generic consultancy language.

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YOUR GRANT TEAM

Specialists Behind Every Grant Win

Each grant project is powered by specialists who understand the ecosystem inside-out.

Grant Strategy

Identify the right schemes, incubators, and timing for maximum success.

Finance & Compliance

Projections, budgets, utilization plans, and audit-ready documentation.

Narrative & Pitch

Compelling grant stories that make evaluators say yes to your startup.

FOUNDER RESULTS

Real Founders, Real Grants

Founders who partnered with HOS Bharat have unlocked grants, accelerator seats, and non-dilutive capital — consistently praising our speed and strategic precision.

  • Strong documentation support
  • High-quality pitch decks
  • Strategic scheme selection
  • Timely submission and follow-ups

Companies such as KartavyaLife, WR WE Routine Personal Care, Maxcalling Software Technologies, and DNA Wellness India have benefited from our structured grant support.

AI-POWERED ANALYSIS

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Describe your startup — our AI analyzes your profile against 100+ government grant schemes and tells you exactly which ones you qualify for.

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Grant funding can accelerate innovation without dilution — but success requires strong positioning, the right schemes, and professional execution. Let's make it happen.

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