Snapshot
Quick facts
Policy status
Active central scheme
Region
India (Central)
Type
Seed Grant/Debt
Verified
Verified by editorial team
Key Figures
The numbers that matter — verify on the official portal
Up to Rs 20 lakh grant (PoC/prototype/product trials)
Up to Rs 50 lakh (market entry/commercialization/scaling) via convertible debentures/debt
Disbursed via DPIIT-approved incubators
Milestone-based
Support Types
What the scheme actually offers
- up to Rs 20L grant (PoC/prototype)
- up to Rs 50L (market entry/scale via debt/convertible)
Best Suited For
Fit Business Ideas
Examples this scheme tends to suit
Documents You Will Need
- DPIIT recognition
- pitch
- incubator application
How to Apply
Step-by-step process
- 1Get DPIIT recognition
- 2Apply to a SISFS-approved incubator
- 3Selection & due diligence
- 4Receive milestone-based funding
Warning
Read this before applying
Applied THROUGH approved incubators (e.g., T-Hub, APIS-linked); competitive selection.
Official Government Links
Always verify on these portals before applying
Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS) can reduce capital pressure, but only when documentation, eligibility, and execution are tight. Always verify the latest amounts and deadlines on the official portal before applying.