ClosedThe portal's final extended date for startup applications was 31 May 2026.

Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS)

Run by DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India

Central seed money for early startups, paid through selected incubators, for proof of concept, prototypes, trials and market entry. The scheme has an outlay of Rs 945 crore.

Who can apply

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DPIIT-recognised startup, incorporated not more than 2 years before applying
Uses technology in its core product, service or business model
Has a product or service idea with market fit and room to scale
Has not received more than Rs 10 lakh from other central or state schemes
Individuals cannot apply; only registered startups

This checklist is a guide built from the source. The organiser's own rules decide.

How to apply

Apply online on the SISFS portal and choose up to three incubators.

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Similar schemes

AABCS (Annal Ambedkar Business Champions Scheme)35% capital subsidy, up to Rs 1.5 crore, plus 6% interest subvention
BIRAC Biotechnology Ignition Grant (BIG)Up to Rs 50 lakh grant for up to 18 months
Credit Guarantee Scheme for Startups (CGSS)Guarantee cover of up to Rs 20 crore per borrower