Reimbursement of State GST, Karnataka Startup Policy 2025-30 is a subsidy from Dept. of Electronics, IT, BT and S&T / KITS, Government of Karnataka for recognised startups registered with KITS, for 7 years from start of commercial production. It provides 50% of net SGST, capped at 100% of Fixed Capital Investment. Applications are currently open.
Key facts
| Amount / benefit | 50% of net SGST, capped at 100% of Fixed Capital Investment (50% of net SGST, capped at 100% of Fixed Capital Investment) |
|---|---|
| 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 State GST, Karnataka Startup Policy 2025-30?
Reimbursement of State GST, Karnataka Startup Policy 2025-30 — 50% of net SGST, capped at 100% of Fixed Capital Investment — Recognised startups registered with KITS, for 7 years from start of commercial production; claims filed yearly within one year after the financial year. It is run by Dept. of Electronics, IT, BT and S&T / KITS, Government of Karnataka.
This is equity funding — the investor (often through a fund) takes a stake in your company in exchange for capital, rather than lending or granting money. You give up some ownership; you don’t repay it like a loan. 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 State GST, Karnataka Startup Policy 2025-30?
Recognised startups registered with KITS, for 7 years from start of commercial production; claims filed yearly within one year after the financial year.
How much does Reimbursement of State GST, Karnataka Startup Policy 2025-30 give, and in what form?
50% of net SGST, capped at 100% of Fixed Capital Investment, as 50% of net SGST, capped at 100% of Fixed Capital Investment.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of support is this?
This is equity funding — the investor (often through a fund) takes a stake in your company in exchange for capital, rather than lending or granting money. You give up some ownership; you don’t repay it like a loan.
Who runs this programme?
Reimbursement of State GST, 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.