State IncentiveDepartment of Industries, Government of Himachal PradeshVerified 19 May 2026

HP StartUp Yojana Seed Grant

The HP StartUp Yojana Seed Grant provides financial and infrastructural support to startups in Himachal Pradesh. Open to entities with 51% Himachali shareholding and local incorporation, the scheme offers grants up to ₹50 Lakhs based on technology complexity and incubation milestones.

Maximum amount
₹50.0L
Typical payout
₹30.0L
Processing time
4–16 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
Himachal Pradesh
Sectors
ai, saas, agritech, tourism, manufacturing, cleantech, healthtech, food_processing, other

Documents required

1
DPIIT Recognition Certificate or State Startup ID
Required as proof of recognition either by the DPIIT or Himachal Pradesh's State Startup ID. Mandatory for all applicants.
Tip: Ensure your startup is registered with DPIIT or obtain the State Startup ID before applying.
2
Proof of Incorporation / Registration in Himachal Pradesh
Proof of legal entity registration as a Private Limited Company, LLP, or Partnership Firm, registered in Himachal Pradesh.
Tip: Ensure your incorporation documents reflect registration in Himachal Pradesh.
3
Bonafide Himachali Certificate
Document proving a minimum 51% shareholding by native Himachalis is required; no direct canonical key fits.
Tip: Consult local authorities to obtain a Bonafide Himachali Certificate.
4
Detailed Project Report (DPR) / Business Plan
A comprehensive business plan including the innovative concept, target market, and financial projections.
Tip: Prepare a detailed and clear business plan focusing on innovation and market strategy.
5
Bank Mandate Form and a Cancelled Cheque
Used to verify the bank account details for disbursement. Mandatory for all applicants.
Tip: Ensure the cheque is correctly filled out and matches the startup's bank account.
6
Signed Undertaking form
Confirms that no dual funding has been claimed for the same project. Mandatory for all applicants.
Tip: Prepare an undertaking on company letterhead stating adherence to the scheme's dual-funding rules.
7
Incubation Recommendation Letter
Required if applying after at least 3 months in an empanelled host institution. Conditional document.
Tip: Complete incubation program milestones to receive this recommendation.
8
IPR / Patent Filing Documents
Applicable if claiming reimbursements for patent costs.
Tip: Ensure all patent-related documents are filed and available.
9
Audited Financial Statements or bank transactions
Required for entities operational for more than 1 year to prove financial stability.
Tip: Keep your financial statements updated and audited for the past year.

How to apply for HP StartUp Yojana

1
Visit the official Emerging Himachal Startup Portal and complete the profile registration.Open portal
2
Fill out the online incentive application under the 'HIM Startup Yojana' tab and upload the business plan.Open portal
3
Track progress using the Unique Application Tracking ID generated by the portal.
4
If not incubated, select and pitch to a state-empanelled Host Institution for official endorsement.Open portal
5
Undergo scrutiny by the Department of Industries for an administrative scan.
6
Host Institution evaluates and provides recommendations within 20 days.
7
Empowered Committee reviews and sanctions funding.
8
Funds are released in structured tranches tied to Utilization Certificate submissions.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for HP StartUp Yojana?

HP StartUp Yojana is available to Private Limited, LLP, One Person Company, Proprietorship companies at the Idea Stage, Pre-Revenue, Early Stage (Revenue < ₹1Cr) stage, across Himachal Pradesh.

How much funding does HP StartUp Yojana provide?

HP StartUp Yojana provides up to ₹50.0L. Most applicants receive around ₹30.0L.

How long does HP StartUp Yojana approval take?

The typical processing time from submission to disbursement is 4–16 weeks.

Is HP StartUp Yojana currently accepting applications?

Yes, HP StartUp Yojana 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.