GrantDPIITVerified 7 May 2026Official source

Startup India Seed Fund Scheme

Provides financial assistance to startups for proof of concept, prototype development, product trials, market entry, and commercialization. Grants up to ₹20L for validation and ₹50L as soft loans through incubators.

Maximum amount
₹50.0L
Typical payout
₹20.0L
Processing time
8–24 weeks
Application window
Rolling via Startup India Seed Fund empanelled incubators — check the incubator list on startupindia.gov.in.

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Eligibility criteria

Company type
Private Limited, LLP, One Person Company
Stage
Idea Stage, Pre-Revenue, Early Stage (Revenue < ₹1Cr)
States
All India (nationwide)
Sectors
saas, fintech, healthtech, edtech, agritech, cleantech, ai, iot, manufacturing, d2c, logistics, other
Prerequisites
  • DPIIT Startup India recognition required

Documents required

1
DPIIT Startup Recognition Certificate
Must be registered under Startup India
Tip: Apply at startupindia.gov.in — takes 2-3 weeks
2
Incorporation Certificate
Certificate of Incorporation from MCA
Tip: Download from MCA21 portal
3
Pitch Deck (10-15 slides)
Problem, solution, market size, team, traction, ask
Tip: Keep it crisp; focus on market size and team credentials
4
Business Plan
Detailed 3-year plan with financial projections
Tip: Include use of funds specifically
5
Bank Statements (6 months)
Company current account statements
Tip: Open a current account if you haven't already
6
Audited Financials (if applicable)
Last 2 years if company is older than 1 year
Tip: CA-certified is required
7
Team KYC
Aadhar + PAN of all directors/founders
Tip: Ensure names match exactly across documents

How to apply for SISFS

1
Register on Startup India portal and get DPIIT recognitionOpen portal
2
Find an empanelled incubator accepting applications on the SISFS portalOpen portal
3
Submit application through the incubator — each has its own process
4
Present to incubator selection committee (expect 4-8 week review)
5
If selected, sign grant agreement and receive first tranche

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for SISFS?

SISFS is available to Private Limited, LLP, One Person Company companies at the Idea Stage, Pre-Revenue, Early Stage (Revenue < ₹1Cr) stage, across all Indian states (nationwide). DPIIT Startup India recognition is mandatory.

How much funding does SISFS provide?

SISFS provides up to ₹50.0L. Most applicants receive around ₹20.0L.

How long does SISFS approval take?

The typical processing time from submission to disbursement is 8–24 weeks.

Is SISFS currently accepting applications?

Yes, SISFS is currently active and accepting applications. Application window: Rolling via Startup India Seed Fund empanelled incubators — check the incubator list on startupindia.gov.in..

Do I need DPIIT recognition to apply for SISFS?

Yes, DPIIT Startup India recognition is mandatory. Register at startupindia.gov.in before applying for SISFS.

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Information is based on publicly available scheme guidelines. Last verified 7 May 2026. Always verify with official sources before applying.