Reimbursement of PF/ESI, Karnataka Startup Policy 2025-30 is a subsidy from Dept. of Electronics, IT, BT and S&T / KITS, Government of Karnataka for recognised startups operating no more than 3 years at the date of application, employer contribution below INR 21,000 per employee per month. It provides Up to ₹12 L. Applications are currently open.
Key facts
| Amount / benefit | Up to ₹12 L |
|---|---|
| Provider | Dept. of Electronics, IT, BT and S&T / KITS, Government of Karnataka |
| Where | Karnataka |
| Stage | Early Revenue, Growth |
| Deadline | Applications open |
What is Reimbursement of PF/ESI, Karnataka Startup Policy 2025-30?
Reimbursement of PF/ESI, Karnataka Startup Policy 2025-30 — INR 3,000 per employee per month for 2 years, capped at INR 12 lakh per company — Recognised startups operating no more than 3 years at the date of application, employer contribution below INR 21,000 per employee per month; claims within one year of the contribution. It is run by Dept. of Electronics, IT, BT and S&T / KITS, Government of Karnataka.
A subsidy reduces a specific cost — typically reimbursed or adjusted after you incur and document the expense, rather than paid upfront. The amount and form of support that actually apply to you depend on the programme’s rules and how your application is assessed — they are not fixed for every applicant.
Like most government programmes, it has its own eligibility conditions, documentation and application window, and these terms are revised from time to time. Because of that, it is worth confirming the current eligibility, amount and deadline on the official programme page before you invest time in applying.
Who is eligible for Reimbursement of PF/ESI, Karnataka Startup Policy 2025-30?
Recognised startups operating no more than 3 years at the date of application, employer contribution below INR 21,000 per employee per month; claims within one year of the contribution.
How much does Reimbursement of PF/ESI, Karnataka Startup Policy 2025-30 give, and in what form?
Up to ₹12 L.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of support is this?
A subsidy reduces a specific cost — typically reimbursed or adjusted after you incur and document the expense, rather than paid upfront.
Who runs this programme?
Reimbursement of PF/ESI, Karnataka Startup Policy 2025-30 is offered by Dept. of Electronics, IT, BT and S&T / KITS, Government of Karnataka. Eligibility and approval rest with them; the criteria and amounts are set by the programme.
Is there a deadline to apply?
Programmes like this can be rolling or time-bound. Confirm the current window on the official programme page before you apply.
How do I know if I’m eligible?
Read “Who can apply” above for the programme’s own criteria. If you’d like a quick read on your specific case, our free 2-minute eligibility check maps your stage, sector and revenue to what you can realistically claim.
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Source and verification
No official page is linked for this programme yet. Verification date pending. Government programmes change — confirm current eligibility, amounts and deadlines on the official programme page before you apply. CapEasy is a private consultancy and is not affiliated with any government authority.