Startup Grants & Funding in Uttar Pradesh

40% subsidy up to ₹10 lakh for coir processing units + free spinning wheels for women artisans

Reimbursement of up to ₹10 lakh for national or international patent and Geographical Indication (GI) registry documentation costs, plus attorney fees, under the Uttar Pradesh MSME Policy 2022.

Uttar Pradesh reimburses 50% of the cost, up to ₹10 lakh, for MSMEs that set up environment management labs or systems.

PMFME gives individual micro food processing units a 35% credit-linked capital subsidy, up to Rs 10 lakh.

A scheme by the Government of Uttar Pradesh to reimburse 50% of event costs, up to ₹10 lakh, for organizations related to exports organizing buyer-seller meets under the UP Textile and Garmenting Policy 2022.

A credit-linked subsidy scheme by Coir Board and Ministry of MSME for setting up coir production units, offering up to ₹10 lakh project cost plus working capital, with a 40% subsidy.

A reimbursement scheme for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Uttar Pradesh, covering up to 20% (maximum ₹5 lakh) of the expenditure incurred on raising equity funds through Stock Exchanges.

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.

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.

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.