Government schemes for startups
The programmes, grants and recognitions Indian founders can tap — updated as they open and close. Check back for what's running now.
Ministry of MSME / SIDBI
CGTMSE — Collateral-Free Credit Guarantee
Open · accepting applications
A guarantee cover that lets micro & small enterprises borrow without collateral.…
DPIIT
DPIIT Startup Recognition (Startup India)
Open · accepting applications
The official recognition that unlocks tax, compliance, and funding benefits for startups.…
Government of Gujarat
Gujarat Startup & Innovation Scheme
Open · accepting applications
State support for recognised startups in Gujarat — assistance and seed support via nodal institutions.…
DGFT
Import Export Code (IEC)
Open · accepting applications
The registration that lets a business legally import or export from India.…
Ministry of MSME
MSME / Udyam Registration
Open · accepting applications
Free MSME registration that unlocks priority lending, subsidies, and protections.…
KVIC / Ministry of MSME
PMEGP — Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme
Open · accepting applications
A margin-money subsidy for new micro-enterprises in manufacturing and services.…
MUDRA / Ministry of Finance
Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana (PMMY)
Open · accepting applications
Collateral-free loans for non-corporate, non-farm micro and small businesses.…
DPIIT / CBDT
Section 80-IAC Tax Exemption
Open · accepting applications
A 100% income-tax deduction for eligible startups for three consecutive years.…
Ministry of Finance / SIDBI
Stand-Up India
Open · accepting applications
Bank loans for greenfield enterprises led by SC/ST and women entrepreneurs.…
DPIIT
Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS)
Open · accepting applications
Early-stage funding for DPIIT-recognised startups, delivered through approved incubators.…