Startup India Seed Fund Scheme- For Startups
✓ Information verified — April 2026The Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS) is a central government initiative run by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. Launched on 19th April 2021, this scheme provides financial support to startups to help them develop their business ideas into working products and take them to market. The scheme aims to assist startups in covering costs for proof of concept, prototype development, product testing, market entry, and commercialization.
What You Get
- Financial assistance through grants to eligible startups
- Support for proof of concept development
- Funding for prototype development and product trials
- Help with market entry and commercialization costs
- Access to incubation support services
- No debt or loan obligation involved (grant-based assistance)
Who Can Apply
- Age: 0–100 years
- Must be a recognized startup registered under the Startup India initiative
- Startup should be working on innovative business ideas or products
- Must be in the early stage of development (pre-revenue or early revenue stage)
- Should have a clear business plan and growth potential
- Must operate in sectors recognized under Startup India guidelines
Documents Needed
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- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. PAN Card
- 3. Bank Account Details
- 4. Business Plan Document
- 5. Startup Registration Certificate
- 6. Proof of Business Address
- 7. Identification Documents
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Central Government
- Ministry
- Ministry Of Commerce And Industry
- Category
- Agriculture
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 0–100 years
- Launched
- 1 Apr 2021
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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