Startup Grants & Funding in Ladakh

State-level capital subsidies and interest subvention for tourism and hospitality businesses

NASSCOM AI CoE invites AI and deep-tech startups with working products or validated prototypes to deploy innovative solutions in the sports sector across five key areas.

35%–55% subsidies for polyhouses, cold chain and horticulture infrastructure

The Advance Authorisation Scheme allows duty-free import of inputs, fuel, oil, and catalysts physically incorporated or consumed in export products, subject to an export obligation.

A scheme by MeitY offering turnover-linked and capital expenditure incentives to companies and LLPs manufacturing identified electronic components and capital goods in India.

The EPCG Scheme lets Indian exporters import capital goods at zero customs duty and IGST for pre-production, production and post-production activities, in return for an export obligation.

A Central Sector Scheme by MSDE providing financial incentives to establishments for engaging apprentices and partial stipend support to apprentices.

The Single Point Registration Scheme (SPRS) by NSIC enables Micro & Small Enterprises (MSEs) to participate in government purchases with benefits like tender fee exemption and price preference.

This scheme by the National Jute Board fosters innovation and product diversification in the Jute Diversified Products sector by providing design development, technical support, and market exclusivity.

Micro and Small Enterprises registered under NSIC's Single Point Registration Scheme (SPRS) can bid for government and PSU tenders, alone or in a consortium, with NSIC arranging EMD and security deposits.

A scheme by UT Ladakh offering 100% reimbursement of stamp duty and registration fees for new industrial units allotted land in Ladakh's Industrial Estates.

The Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers provides Market Development Assistance of ₹1,500 per Metric Tonne for entities selling specific organic fertilizers under the GOBARDhan initiative.

10% of plots in Ladakh's industrial estates are reserved for entrepreneurs from underprivileged sections.

An 8-week hybrid program by DST and GDC, IIT Madras, supporting deep-tech innovators and early-stage startups to commercialize STEM research through structured learning, mentorship, and customer discovery.

A sector-specific accelerator program for electronics and semiconductor startups with PoC/MVP, offering access to MPW, foundries, EDA tools, mentorship, and funding opportunities.

Venture Center's Pre-Incubation Program (Ignition & Kickstart) nurtures early-stage technology projects and young startups, de-risking technology and refining business plans.

A space-tech venture studio anchored by Dhruva Space, providing aerospace-grade infrastructure, hands-on venture building, and potential investment for startups addressing industry problems.

India's pioneering not-for-profit platform fostering innovation in aviation, aerospace, spacetech, and other deep technologies through venture incubation.

Marico Innovation Foundation's flagship no-equity rapid acceleration program offering bespoke, deep-rooted mentorship to for-profit Indian startups.

An accelerator program for AI and Deep-tech startups, offering market access, funding support, compute infrastructure, mentorship, and co-working space within GIFT City.

A programme connecting innovative startups with industries to foster collaboration for co-development, production, marketing, and commercialization.

Global call by IHFC, IIT Delhi, for deep-tech startups and innovators to commercialize validated lab technologies in areas like drones, robotics, and prosthetics.