Top 2026 early-stage stage grants and funding programs for startups from the Government and private sectors in India

Incubation for DPIIT-recognized Life Sciences & Biotech startups.

Incubation for deeptech, climate-tech & biotech startups across all stages

Accelerator for women-led startups with validated MVP and early traction/revenue in India.

AI-enabled accelerator for pre-seed/seed tech-enabled startups, $25K+ investment.

Equity funding and mentorship for revenue-generating impact ventures in India's rural and informal economies.

Guidance and resources for AI startups at any stage, offering technology and ecosystem access.

Leading crypto & AI accelerator providing ₹4.5 Crore funding for product-market fit.

Funding up to ₹180,000,000 for startups, with extensive mentorship and networking.

EWOR invests in individuals at any stage, from idea to €500K ARR, fostering potential.

Investment platform and accelerator contest for student-led AI startups.

Nationwide challenge by Thermo Fisher for early-stage and growth-stage biotech startups registered with DPIIT.

Grant for women founders, freelancers, entrepreneurs, and community builders. Open to all genders aligned with the mission of empowering women in business.

Up to ₹1.5 crore grant for defence & aerospace innovators.

National blockchain and Web3 startup challenge for citizen-centric solutions

Deeptech challenge for Indian semiconductor, AI, robotics and EV startups

Industry 4.0 startup incubation and support program by STPI EmTek CoE

Up to ₹10 crore for IAF deep-tech defence challenges.

Up to ₹1.5 crore for IAF helicopter glide path landing system.