State IncentiveDepartment of Industries, Commerce & Public Enterprise, Government of AssamVerified 19 May 2026

Assam Startup Innovation Fund

The Assam Startup Innovation Fund supports startups in Assam with financial and infrastructure assistance. It offers initial grants and scale-up financing to promote innovation and entreprenerial growth in Northeast India.

Maximum amount
₹50.0L
Typical payout
₹5.0L
Processing time
2–4 weeks
Application window
Open year-round

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Eligibility criteria

Company type
Private Limited, LLP, One Person Company, Proprietorship
Stage
Idea Stage, Pre-Revenue, Early Stage (Revenue < ₹1Cr)
States
Assam
Sectors
agritech, fintech, healthtech, tourism, saas, ai, edtech, cleantech, manufacturing, other

Documents required

1
Certificate of Incorporation
Mandatory for all applicants; must be uploaded during portal registration.
Tip: Ensure the document is clearly scanned and legible.
2
Business PAN Card
Mandatory PAN card for the business entity.
Tip: Double-check that the PAN is active and matches the company name.
3
Individual PAN/Aadhaar cards of all primary directors/partners
Mandatory PAN cards; Aadhaar cards of all primary directors/partners.
Tip: Each document should be scanned separately for a clear view.
4
Individual PAN/Aadhaar cards of all primary directors/partners
Mandatory PAN cards; Aadhaar cards of all primary directors/partners.
Tip: Ensure both PAN and Aadhaar details are up to date.
5
Comprehensive Concept Note / Pitch Deck
Mandatory document detailing business scaling parameters and job plans.
Tip: Highlight unique selling points and job creation potential.
6
Proof of Innovation Narrative
Mandatory detailed analytical write-up on core product differentiation.
Tip: Focus on the uniqueness and innovation aspects of your product.
7
DPIIT Startup India Recognition Certificate
Conditional document if already secured nationally.
Tip: Ensure the certificate is valid and issued under your entity.
8
Intellectual Property Filings
Conditional; includes journal entries from the Indian Patent Office.
Tip: Only relevant if patents are filed and published under the corporate name.
9
SEBI Fund Endorsement Letter
Conditional letter from SEBI-registered entities for equity investments.
Tip: Ensure the investment is documented above 20% for validity.
10
Operational Proof
Conditional; electricity bills or lease deeds for operations in Assam.
Tip: Ensure documents clearly indicate the address and are recent.
11
Financial Proofs
Mandatory for Scale-Up Grant; audited bills or traction statements.
Tip: Prepare thorough and error-free financial documents.

How to apply for Assam Startup Grant

1
Navigate directly to the Assam Startup Portal Application Page and select 'Apply Now' to generate your MASI profile.Open portal
2
Fill out web application sheets with metrics and attach mandatory documents.Open portal
3
Once MASI ID is validated, choose Incentives Application Module to request grants.Open portal
4
The Nodal Agency conducts digital screening of the uploaded documents.
5
Shortlisted founders present scalability maps to the Selection Committee.
6
Validated profiles are forwarded for final budget clearance and disbursement.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for Assam Startup Grant?

Assam Startup Grant is available to Private Limited, LLP, One Person Company, Proprietorship companies at the Idea Stage, Pre-Revenue, Early Stage (Revenue < ₹1Cr) stage, across Assam.

How much funding does Assam Startup Grant provide?

Assam Startup Grant provides up to ₹50.0L. Most applicants receive around ₹5.0L.

How long does Assam Startup Grant approval take?

The typical processing time from submission to disbursement is 2–4 weeks.

Is Assam Startup Grant currently accepting applications?

Yes, Assam Startup Grant is currently active and accepting applications. Application window: Open year-round.

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Information is based on publicly available scheme guidelines. Last verified 19 May 2026. Always verify with official sources before applying.