BCDD Grant by KSUM & BCDD Kerala
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Quick Answer
Up to ₹10 lakhs in early funding for OBC graduates aged 23 to 40 in Kerala who are building technology-based startups, paid in two stages.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹10 Lakhs
- Funding type
- Grant
- Provider
- Kerala Startup Mission
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Location
- Kerala
About this grant
Graduates from Backward Classes (OBC) in Kerala aged 23 to 40, building a technology-based startup, can get up to ₹10 lakhs in early-stage funding under the BCDD Funding Support Scheme. It is a Government of Kerala scheme run by the Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) and the Backward Classes Development Department (BCDD).
The funding comes in two parts. The Idea Grant gives up to ₹3 lakhs for concept validation, market research and refining your idea. The Productization Grant gives up to ₹7 lakhs for prototype development, pilot projects, securing intellectual property, initial market entry and early growth work such as user acquisition or business development.
You must be a graduate in any stream and own an innovative technology-based product, or be developing one. For the Productization Grant, OBC founders must hold at least 80% of the shareholding. Before funds are paid out, you need to be incorporated as a Private Limited, LLP or OPC and hold a KSUM Unique ID. You can apply with only one idea at a time, as two grants are not sanctioned simultaneously.
The scheme also brings startups into the KSUM ecosystem, with support and monitoring.
Eligibility
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Grant providers
Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) is the Government of Kerala's nodal agency for entrepreneurship development and incubation, and the body that implements the Kerala Technology Startup Policy. It was founded in 2006, having started as T-TBI, a business incubation centre set up by…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹10 Lakhs
- Fund type
- Grant
- Equity
- Equity-free
- Repayment
- Non-repayable
What You Get
Up to ₹10 lakhs funding: an Idea Grant (₹3 lakhs for concept validation, market research) and a Productization Grant (₹7 lakhs for prototype development, pilot projects, IP, market entry, early growth). It also integrates startups into the KSUM ecosystem, providing support and monitoring.
- Disbursement
- Milestone Based
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Selection Process
Initial screening by KSUM officials. Shortlisted applicants pitch to an Expert Committee (KSUM, BCDD, industry experts). Proposals are evaluated on team, innovation, market potential, strategy, financials, and grant utilization. Final recommendations require KSUM CEO/Chairman approval.
How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
- 1
Draft your application
Answer the form inside the grant tracker — AI drafts each response using your past answers, so you're not starting from a blank page.
- 2
See the questions before you start
Download every question this programme's application form asks, so you can prepare your answers offline before opening the portal.
- 3
Line up your documents
Keep every document from the checklist ready in one folder. Missing docs are the #1 reason applications get bounced.
- 4
Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
- 5
Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum grant amount under the BCDD scheme?
The maximum grant amount is up to ₹10 lakhs, comprising an Idea Grant of up to ₹3 lakhs and a Productization Grant of up to ₹7 lakhs.
Who is eligible to apply for this grant?
OBC graduates between 23 and 40 years of age with innovative technology startup ideas are eligible to apply.
How is the grant disbursed to selected startups?
The grant is disbursed in milestone-based tranches after necessary document submission and agreement.
Is company incorporation mandatory to receive the grant?
Yes, company incorporation (as Private Limited, LLP, or OPC) and a KSUM Unique ID are mandatory requirements before any funds are disbursed.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
