UP Startup Policy Matching Grant
By Government of Uttar Pradesh
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Quick Answer
Matching grant of 50% of funds raised, up to ₹5 crore, for startups with operations in Uttar Pradesh that raised money from recognised national or international bodies or missions.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹5Cr
- Funding type
- Grant
- Provider
- Government of Uttar Pradesh
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Location
- Uttar Pradesh
About this grant
Startups that have raised funds from a recognised national or international body, or a national mission, can get matching assistance under the Uttar Pradesh Startup Policy. The grant is 50% of the funds raised, up to ₹5 crore, and you do not repay it.
To qualify, your fund raise must be at least ₹2 crore. You need not be registered in Uttar Pradesh, but you must have a production or service facility or operational unit in the state, with more than 50% of your business operations there.
The grant rewards startups that have already secured outside funding.
Eligibility
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Grant providers
The Government of Uttar Pradesh supports startups and businesses through a set of state policies, each run by a different department. This page covers the startup policy, which gives grants, reimbursements and free incubation to early startups, and the MSME, IT, food processing,…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹5Cr
- Fund type
- Grant
- Equity
- Equity-free
- Repayment
- Non-repayable
What You Get
Eligible startups can receive up to ₹5 crore (INR 50,000,000) in non-repayable matching assistance. This grant is equivalent to 50% of the funds raised from recognized national/international bodies or national missions, provided the startup has secured a minimum qualifying fund raise of ₹2 crore (INR 20,000,000). This substantial financial support is intended to fuel business expansion, product development, market penetration, and operational scale for startups committed to Uttar Pradesh.
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Selection Process
Applications will be scrutinized by a selection committee or designated nodal agency to ensure compliance with all eligibility criteria, including the source and amount of prior funding, and the operational presence in Uttar Pradesh. The evaluation will focus on validating the authenticity of the fundraise and the startup's operational footprint within the state as per the policy's requirements.
Application Process
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Apply Online
Submit the application form and required documents via the UP Startup Policy portal.
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How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
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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.
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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.
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Line up your documents
Keep every document from the checklist ready in one folder. Missing docs are the #1 reason applications get bounced.
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Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
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Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Program templates & documents
Files the program publishes for applicants — download these and apply in the prescribed format.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the maximum grant amount a startup can receive?
A: Startups can receive a maximum matching assistance of up to INR 5 Crores (₹50,000,000).
Q: What is the minimum fundraise required to qualify for this grant?
A: To be eligible, startups must have a minimum qualifying fundraise of INR 2 Crores (₹20,000,000) from recognized sources.
Q: Are startups not registered in Uttar Pradesh eligible to apply?
A: Yes, startups not registered in Uttar Pradesh are eligible if they have a production/service facility or operational unit with more than 50% of their business operations within Uttar Pradesh.
Q: What kind of funds or investments qualify for this matching assistance?
A: The matching assistance is provided for funds/investments received from any recognized national/international body or national mission.
Q: Is the matching assistance repayable?
A: No, this is a non-repayable grant provided as assistance to eligible startups.
Q: Does the program take any equity from the startup?
A: No, the matching assistance is equity-free.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
