GrantKarnataka Startup CellVerified 6 May 2026Official source

Karnataka Elevate 100 — Top Startup Grant

Selects 100 top startups in Karnataka and provides equity-free grants of ₹50L each, plus mentorship, market access, and investor connect. One of the most competitive and prestigious state-level startup grants in India.

Maximum amount
₹50.0L
Typical payout
₹50.0L
Processing time
12–24 weeks

Eligibility criteria

Company type
Private Limited, LLP
Stage
Early Stage (Revenue < ₹1Cr), Growth Stage (₹1Cr–₹25Cr)
States
Karnataka
Sectors
saas, ai, fintech, healthtech, edtech, agritech, cleantech, manufacturing, iot, other

Documents required

1
Karnataka Domicile
Registered office in Karnataka
2
Incorporation Certificate
MCA registration
Tip: Company must be incorporated for at least 6 months
3
DPIIT Recognition
Startup India recognition preferred
4
Traction Data
Revenue, users, pilots, letters of intent
Tip: This is the most important factor — show real traction
5
Pitch Deck (15 slides max)
Problem, solution, tech, team, market, ask
Tip: Keep it concise; panel reviews 100s of decks

How to apply for Elevate 100

1
Monitor Karnataka Startup Cell for annual Elevate 100 callOpen portal
2
Submit online application during open window (typically 3–4 weeks)
3
Shortlisted startups present at a demo event in Bengaluru
4
Top 100 selected by jury — grant agreement signed and ₹50L disbursed

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Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for Elevate 100?

Elevate 100 is available to Private Limited, LLP companies at the Early Stage (Revenue < ₹1Cr), Growth Stage (₹1Cr–₹25Cr) stage, across Karnataka.

How much funding does Elevate 100 provide?

Elevate 100 provides up to ₹50.0L. Most applicants receive around ₹50.0L.

How long does Elevate 100 approval take?

The typical processing time from submission to disbursement is 12–24 weeks.

Is Elevate 100 currently accepting applications?

Yes, Elevate 100 is currently active and accepting applications.

Information is based on publicly available scheme guidelines. Last verified 6 May 2026. Always verify with official sources before applying.