Government Schemes, Investors & Startup Funding Guide

Government Startup Schemes for All +

1. Startup India Initiative (2016)

Launched Year: 2016

Objective: To promote startups in India by supporting innovation, job creation, and entrepreneurship.

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Eligibility :
  • Startup must be registered in India
  • Entity type: Private Limited Company/LLP/Partnership Firm
  • Startup age: Less than 10 years
  • Annual turnover: Less than ₹100 crore
  • Working on innovation or scalable model
  • DPIIT recognition required
Key Benefits :
  • ✔ Income tax exemption for 3 years
  • ✔ Self-certification under labour laws
  • ✔ 80% rebate on patent filing fees
  • ✔ 50% rebate on trademark filing fees
  • ✔ Easy access to government tenders
  • ✔ Access to funding schemes
  • ✔ Startup recognition certificate
  • ✔ Free legal support for IPR filing
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2. Stand-Up India Scheme

Launched Year: 2016

Objective: To help SC/ST and women entrepreneurs start new businesses by giving bank loans and basic support for setup, so they can become self-employed and create jobs.

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Eligibility :
  • Applicant must be SC/ST or Woman entrepreneur
  • Age 18 years or above
  • First-time entrepreneur (new venture)
  • Business can be in Manufacturing, Services, or Trading
  • Entity type: Proprietorship / Partnership / LLP / Private Limited
  • Project should be new (greenfield enterprise)
  • One loan per eligible borrower per bank branch (as per scheme rules)
Key Benefits :
  • Bank loan: ₹10 lakh to ₹1 crore
    • Loan can be used for:
    • ✔ Business setup
    • ✔ Machinery & equipment
    • ✔ Working capital
  • ✔ Composite loan (term loan + working capital together)
  • ✔ Lower margin money with government support (as per bank norms)
  • ✔ Handholding support: guidance for business planning, registration, and bank process
  • ✔ Easy connect with banks through the Stand-Up India portal
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3. Startup India – Fund of Funds for Startups (FFS)

Launched Year: 2016

Objective: To help startups get funding by supporting venture capital (VC) and alternative investment funds (AIFs), so these funds can invest in Indian startups at early and growth stages.

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Eligibility :
  • Startup must be DPIIT-recognized
  • Registered in India
  • Entity type: Private Limited / LLP / Partnership Firm
  • Less than 10 years old
  • Turnover less than ₹100 crore
  • Working on innovation or scalable business model
  • Note: Startups do not apply directly to FFS; they apply to VC/AIF funds supported by FFS
Key Benefits :
  • ✔ Government provides money to VC/AIF funds
  • ✔ These funds then invest in startups
  • ✔ Higher chances of getting VC funding
  • ✔ Helps startups raise larger funding rounds
  • ✔ Supports early-stage and growth-stage startups
  • ✔ Encourages more investors to fund Indian startups
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4. Credit Guarantee Scheme (CGS)

Launched Year: 2022

Objective: To help startups get bank loans easily by providing government-backed guarantee to banks and lenders, so startups can get loans without heavy collateral.

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Eligibility :
  • Startup must be DPIIT-recognized
  • Registered in India
  • Entity type: Private Limited / LLP / Partnership Firm
  • Less than 10 years old
  • Turnover less than ₹100 crore
  • Loan taken from banks / NBFCs under CGSS
  • Working on innovation or scalable business model
Key Benefits :
  • ✔ Collateral-free loans (or very low collateral)
  • ✔ Government guarantee to banks reduces risk
  • ✔ Easier access to working capital & term loans
  • ✔ Helps startups that don’t have assets for security
  • ✔ Faster loan approval chances
  • ✔ Supports early-stage startups
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5. Atal Innovation Mission (AIM)

Launched Year: 2016

Objective: To promote innovation and entrepreneurship in India by supporting students, startups, and innovators through incubation centers, tinkering labs, and innovation programs.

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Eligibility :
  • Indian startups, innovators, students, and entrepreneurs
  • Startups should be DPIIT-recognized (for startup-focused programs)
  • Supported through:
    • Atal Incubation Centers (AICs) – for startups
    • Atal Tinkering Labs (ATLs) – for students/schools
  • Sector: Open (Tech, AI, Health, Agri, Manufacturing, etc.)
Key Benefits :
  • ✔ Access to incubation centers (AICs)
  • ✔ Mentorship & expert guidance
  • ✔ Support for prototype & product development
  • ✔ Help in fundraising & investor connects
  • ✔ Innovation programs, challenges & grants
  • ✔ Networking with startups, mentors, and corporates
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6. Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS)

Launched Year: 2021

Objective: To help early-stage startups get seed funding for idea validation, prototype, product development, market entry, and early customer traction.

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Eligibility :
  • Startup must be DPIIT-recognized
  • Registered in India
  • Less than 2 years old at the time of application
  • Eligible entity types: Private Limited Company, LLP, or Partnership Firm
  • Must have a business idea, innovation, or working prototype
  • Should not have received funding exceeding ₹10 lakh previously (as per scheme guidelines)
Key Benefits :
  • ✔ Up to ₹20 lakh grant for idea validation, prototype, or MVP development
  • ✔ Up to ₹50 lakh funding as debt or convertible debentures for market entry and scaling
  • ✔ Support for product development, testing, and refinement
  • ✔ Assistance in go-to-market strategy and customer validation
  • ✔ Mentorship and incubation support through government-approved incubators
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7. SAMRIDH Scheme

Launched Year: 2021

Objective:To help product-based tech startups grow faster by giving funding, accelerator support, mentorship, and market access.

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Eligibility :
  • Indian startups developing technology or digital solutions
  • DPIIT-recognized startups are preferred
  • Eligible entity structures: Private Limited Company, LLP, or Partnership Firm
  • Must have a working product or Minimum Viable Product (MVP)
  • Suitable for both early-stage and growth-stage startups
  • Focus sectors include IT, AI, SaaS, EdTech, HealthTech, FinTech, GovTech, and related domains
Key Benefits :
  • ✔ Funding support up to ₹40 lakh under a matched funding model
  • ✔ Access to structured accelerator programs
  • ✔ Mentorship and guidance from industry experts
  • ✔ Support for product scaling and customer acquisition
  • ✔ Assistance in accessing enterprise and government markets
  • ✔ Networking opportunities with investors and ecosystem partners
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8. E-Marketplace (GeM) for Startups

Launched Year: 2016

Objective: To help startups sell products and services directly to government departments through one online marketplace with transparent and fast procurement.

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Eligibility :
  • Startup or business must be legally registered in India
  • Eligible entity types: Private Limited, LLP, Partnership, or Proprietorship
  • Valid PAN, GST (if applicable), and operational bank account required
  • DPIIT-recognized startups receive additional advantages in government tenders
  • Product or service must be ready for listing on the GeM portal
Key Benefits :
  • ✔ Direct selling opportunities to government buyers (Ministries, PSUs, and State Departments)
  • ✔ No registration fee for onboarding
  • ✔ Access to a Pan-India government marketplace
  • ✔ Transparent and standardized bidding & procurement system
  • ✔ Faster payment processing after delivery approval
  • ✔ Relaxation in prior experience and turnover norms for DPIIT-recognized startups
  • ✔ Enhances trust and credibility with government clients
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9. MUDRA Banks (Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana – PMMY)

Launched Year: 2015

Objective: To provide easy bank loans to small businesses and early entrepreneurs to start or grow their business without heavy collateral.

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Eligibility :
  • Open to Indian individuals and small business owners
  • Designed for micro and small enterprises in the non-farm sector
  • Suitable for both new startups and existing businesses
  • Eligible entity types include Proprietorship, Partnership, LLP, and Small Private Limited Companies
  • Applicable to manufacturing, services, trading, and allied sectors
  • Clean banking history required (no major loan defaults)
Key Benefits :
  • ✔ Loan assistance up to ₹10 lakh under three categories:
    • Shishu: Up to ₹50,000
    • Kishor: ₹50,001 – ₹5 lakh
    • Tarun: ₹5 lakh – ₹10 lakh
  • ✔ Mostly collateral-free financing
  • ✔ Competitive interest rates as per bank guidelines
  • ✔ Funds usable for business setup, working capital, and equipment purchase
  • ✔ Available via banks, NBFCs, and MFIs
  • ✔ Ideal for first-time entrepreneurs starting a business
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10. MeitY Startup Hub (MSH)

Launched Year: 2019

Objective: To support and grow tech startups in areas like IT, AI, electronics, and emerging technologies by providing funding access, incubation, mentorship, and market connect.

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Eligibility :
  • Indian technology startups
  • DPIIT-recognized startups preferred
  • Eligible entity types: Private Limited, LLP, or Partnership Firm
  • Developing tech, digital, or electronics-based products
  • Applicable for early-stage to growth-stage startups
  • Focus sectors: IT, AI, SaaS, Cybersecurity, Blockchain, IoT, Electronics, and DeepTech
Key Benefits :
  • ✔ Access to incubators and accelerator programs
  • ✔ Mentorship from experienced industry experts
  • ✔ Support for product development and pilot implementation
  • ✔ Assistance with fundraising and investor networking
  • ✔ Market access through government and enterprise partnerships
  • ✔ Participation in startup programs, challenges, and demo days
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11. Aatmanirbhar Bharat App Innovation Challenge

Launched Year: 2020

Objective: To promote Indian-made mobile apps and reduce dependency on foreign apps by supporting local developers and startups to build world-class digital products.

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Eligibility :
  • Indian startups, developers, and companies
  • Apps must be developed in India
  • Eligible entities: Startup, Company, or Individual Developer
  • App should be live or in an advanced stage of development
  • Applicable categories include Social Media, Games, Education, Business, Utility, and more
Key Benefits :
  • ✔ Cash prizes & recognition for top Indian apps
  • ✔ National-level visibility for winning apps
  • ✔ Support to scale user base
  • ✔ Promotion through government platforms
  • ✔ Credibility boost for startups & developers
  • ✔ Opportunity to partner with government & enterprises
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12.Software Technology Park (STP) Scheme

Launched Year: 1991

Objective: To promote IT/Software exports from India by giving startups and companies easy infrastructure, approvals, and export support.

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Eligibility :
  • Indian startups/companies in IT, Software, ITES
  • Entity type: Private Limited / LLP / Partnership / Proprietorship
  • Export-oriented units (services/products for global clients)
  • New or existing businesses can apply
  • Registration with STPI (Software Technology Parks of India) required
Key Benefits :
  • ✔ Single-window clearance for setup & operations
  • ✔ Ready-to-use office space, internet, data center support (at STPI centers)
  • ✔ Duty-free import of certain equipment (as per rules)
  • ✔ Help with export compliance & documentation
  • ✔ Incubation support for early-stage startups (in many STPI centers)
  • ✔ Networking with global clients & industry programs
  • ✔ Support for international market access
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13. Dairy Processing and Infrastructure Development Fund (DIDF)

Launched Year: 2017

Objective: To improve dairy processing and milk collection infrastructure in India and help dairy businesses, cooperatives, and farmer groups grow.

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Eligibility :
  • Dairy cooperatives
  • Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs)
  • Milk producer companies
  • State dairy federations
  • Indian registered entities working in dairy processing & milk value chain
Key Benefits :
  • ✔ Low-interest loans for dairy infrastructure
  • ✔ Funding for:
    • ✔ Milk processing plants
    • ✔ Chilling centers
    • ✔ Cold chain & storage
    • ✔ Modern equipment & logistics
  • ✔ Helps improve milk quality & reduce wastage
  • ✔ Supports value-added dairy products (cheese, butter, curd, etc.)
  • ✔ Improves income for dairy farmers
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14. Multiplier Grants Scheme (MGS)

Launched Year: 2019

Objective: To support collaboration between industry and academic/research institutions for developing new tech products and commercializing research.

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Eligibility :
  • Indian startups, MSMEs, and companies
  • Industry partner + academic/research institution collaboration required
  • Entity type: Private Limited / LLP / Partnership / Proprietorship
  • Projects in IT, Electronics, AI, IoT, Robotics, DeepTech, etc.
  • Technology development or product commercialization projects
Key Benefits :
  • ✔ Government provides matching grants for R&D projects
  • ✔ Funding support shared between industry & government
  • ✔ Helps convert research into market-ready products
  • ✔ Access to research labs & expert faculty
  • ✔ Reduces R&D cost for startups & MSMEs
  • ✔ Improves chances of building innovative IP
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Government Schemes for Women & Specific Sectors +

1. Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP) – NITI Aayog

Launched Year: 2017

Objective:To support women entrepreneurs by providing learning, mentorship, funding access, and business growth support through one digital platform.

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Eligibility :
  • Women entrepreneurs from India
  • Aspiring women founders, early-stage & growth-stage startups
  • Individual founders or registered startups
  • All sectors allowed (Tech, Services, Manufacturing, D2C, etc.)
Key Benefits :
  • ✔ Free access to learning programs & business courses
  • ✔ Mentorship from industry experts
  • ✔ Support to connect with investors & funding programs
  • ✔ Access to incubators, accelerators & government schemes
  • ✔ Networking with women founder community
  • ✔ Business tools & resources on one platform
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2. BIRAC – Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council

Launched Year: 2012

Objective: To support biotech startups and companies in research, product development, and commercialization of biotechnology innovations in India..

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Eligibility :
  • Indian biotech startups & companies
  • DPIIT-recognized startups preferred
  • Entity type: Private Limited / LLP / Partnership Firm
  • Working in Biotech, Life Sciences, HealthTech, Bio-pharma, Agri-biotech, MedTech
  • Early-stage to growth-stage startups
  • Research-based or product-based biotech ventures
Key Benefits :
  • ✔ Grants & funding for R&D and product development
  • ✔ Support for clinical trials & validation (for health/medtech)
  • ✔ Access to labs, incubators & biotech parks
  • ✔ Mentorship from scientists & industry experts
  • ✔ Help in IP filing & regulatory guidance
  • ✔ Investor connects & global market access programs
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3. ASPIRE Scheme (A Scheme for Promotion of Innovation, Rural Industries and Entrepreneurship)

Launched Year: 2015

Objective: To promote innovation and entrepreneurship in rural areas by supporting agro-based and rural industries through incubation and skill development.

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Eligibility :
  • Rural entrepreneurs & startups
  • MSMEs in agro-based, food processing, and rural industries
  • Entity type: Private Limited / LLP / Partnership / Proprietorship
  • Farmer groups, SHGs, FPOs, cooperatives
  • Institutions running incubation centers for rural startups
Key Benefits :
  • ✔ Support to set up incubation centers for rural startups
  • ✔ Training & skill development programs
  • ✔ Help in product development & commercialization
  • ✔ Support for agri & rural innovation projects
  • ✔ Improves employment in rural areas
  • ✔ Promotes local manufacturing & entrepreneurship
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Angel Investors for Early-Stage Startups +

1. Sachin Bansal (Flipkart, Navi)

About -

Co-founder of Flipkart. Now runs a fintech company called Navi. He supports early founders.

Invests In -

EdTech, HealthTech, EVs, Consumer apps, IoT

Famous Bets -

Ola, Ola Electric, Unacademy, Inshorts, GreyOrange

Typical Investment -

₹50 lakh – ₹5 crore

Best For -

Tech and consumer startups that want to grow fast

2. Kunal Shah (CRED, Freecharge)

About -

Founder of CRED and co-founder of Freecharge. Strong in product and fintech.

Invests In -

FinTech, Consumer Internet, HealthTech, EdTech, E-commerce

Famous Bets -

Razorpay, Unacademy, Innov8, ShaadiSaga

Typical Investment -

₹25 lakh – ₹2 crore

Best For -

Consumer products and payment/fintech ideas

3. Binny Bansal (Flipkart, xto10x)

About -

Co-founder of Flipkart. Helps startups scale through xto10x.

Invests In -

Consumer brands, FinTech, HealthTech, E-commerce

Famous Bets -

CureFit, Inshorts, Roposo, GreyOrange

Typical Investment -

₹50 lakh – ₹5 crore

Best For -

Startups that need help in scaling operations

4. Vijay Shekhar Sharma (Paytm)

About -

Founder of Paytm. Expert in payments and fintech.

Invests In -

FinTech, Consumer apps, EdTech

Famous Bets -

GOQii, Milaap, InnerChef

Typical Investment -

₹25 lakh – ₹3 crore

Best For -

Fintech and mass consumer apps

5. Anupam Mittal (Shaadi.com)

About -

Founder of Shaadi.com. Strong in branding and growth.

Invests In -

Consumer Internet, SaaS, HealthTech, Marketplaces

Famous Bets -

BigBasket, Ola, Druva

Typical Investment -

₹20 lakh – ₹2 crore

Best For -

Consumer brands and marketplaces

6. Ratan Tata (Tata Group)

About -

Former Chairman of Tata Group. Long-term and trust-based investor.

Invests In -

Tech startups, consumer brands, e-commerce

Famous Bets -

Urban Company, Snapdeal, Xiaomi India

Typical Investment -

₹1 crore – ₹10 crore

Best For -

Mission-driven and service startups

7. Kunal Bahl (Snapdeal, Titan Capital)

About -

Co-founder of Snapdeal and Titan Capital. Supports many early-stage startups.

Invests In -

FinTech, HealthTech, Logistics, EdTech, E-commerce

Famous Bets -

Razorpay, Urban Company, Ola

Typical Investment -

₹50 lakh – ₹5 crore

Best For -

Early-stage founders who want fast support

8. Girish Mathrubootham (Freshworks)

About -

Founder of Freshworks, a global SaaS company.

Invests In -

SaaS, B2B tools, customer support products

Famous Bets -

Unacademy, Inkmonk

Typical Investment -

₹25 lakh – ₹3 crore

Best For -

SaaS startups going global

9. Rajan Anandan (ex-Google India, Peak XV)

About -

Former Google India head. Strong supporter of B2B startups.

Invests In -

B2B SaaS, Data, Healthcare

Famous Bets -

Unacademy, TravelKhana

Typical Investment -

₹50 lakh – ₹5 crore

Best For -

B2B tech startups

10. Gokul Rajaram (DoorDash, ex-Facebook)

About -

Global product leader. Helps startups build better products.

Invests In -

SaaS, AI, Internet products

Famous Bets -

Whatfix, Livspace

Typical Investment -

₹25 lakh – ₹2 crore

Best For -

Product-led and SaaS startups

11. Anand Chandrasekaran (ex-Facebook, ex-Snapdeal)

About -

Product leader with experience at Facebook and Snapdeal.

Invests In -

FinTech, SaaS, Consumer Internet

Famous Bets -

NoBroker, Fynd

Typical Investment -

₹25 lakh – ₹2 crore

Best For -

Marketplaces and fintech startups

12. Ramakant Sharma (Livspace)

About -

Founder of Livspace. Experience in marketplaces and operations.

Invests In -

SaaS, E-commerce, FinTech, PropTech

Famous Bets -

PharmEasy, CoinSwitch

Typical Investment -

₹20 lakh – ₹1.5 crore

Best For -

Marketplace and operations-heavy startups

13. T.V. Mohandas Pai (ex-Infosys CFO)

About -

Former CFO of Infosys. Strong in finance and governance.

Invests In -

Tech, Media, Consumer Internet

Famous Bets -

Zoomcar, Licious

Typical Investment -

₹50 lakh – ₹5 crore

Best For -

Tech startups needing strong financial guidance

14. Sandeep Tandon (FreeCharge)

About -

Co-founder of FreeCharge. Active angel investor.

Invests In -

FinTech, EdTech, Media, Health

Famous Bets -

Unacademy, Pocket Aces

Typical Investment -

₹25 lakh – ₹2 crore

Best For -

Payments, content, lending startups

15. Sanjay Mehta (100X.VC)

About -

Founder of 100X.VC. Early investor in OYO and others.

Invests In -

B2B, FinTech, Consumer, AgriTech

Famous Bets -

OYO, Box8

Typical Investment -

₹50 lakh – ₹5 crore

Best For -

High-growth B2B and consumer startups

16. Alok Mittal (Indifi, Indian Angel Network)

About -

Co-founder of Indifi and board member of Indian Angel Network.

Invests In -

FinTech, EdTech, HealthTech, Consumer services

Famous Bets -

Drivezy, Wysa

Typical Investment -

₹20 lakh – ₹1.5 crore

Best For -

MSME and fintech startups

17. Dheeraj Jain (HealthTech Investor)

About -

Founder in healthcare. Invests mainly in health startups.

Invests In -

HealthTech, AI, IoT

Famous Bets -

PeeSafe

Typical Investment -

₹25 lakh – ₹2 crore

Best For -

Healthcare and diagnostics startups

18. Mekin Maheshwari (Udhyam, ex-Flipkart)

About -

Works on education and founder support.

Invests In -

EdTech, Consumer tech, social impact

Famous Bets -

Aisle, Urban Company

Typical Investment -

₹15 lakh – ₹1 crore

Best For -

Education and impact startups

19. Amit Gupta (Yulu, ex-InMobi)

About -

Co-founder of Yulu. Invests across many sectors.

Invests In -

FinTech, Consumer, Health

Famous Bets -

Razorpay, HealthifyMe

Typical Investment -

₹25 lakh – ₹2 crore

Best For -

Mobility and consumer apps

20. Sunil Kalra (Stride Ventures)

About -

Venture Partner at Stride Ventures and active angel investor.

Invests In -

Tech, Health, Finance

Famous Bets -

Innovise

Typical Investment -

₹25 lakh – ₹2 crore

Best For -

Tech-first startups

Venture Capital Firms in India +

1. Accel

About

Big global VC with a strong India team. Early backer of Flipkart and Freshworks.

Focus

SaaS, FinTech infrastructure, AI, B2B, D2C

Ticket Size

$1M – $50M

Stage

Pre-seed to Growth

India Office

Bengaluru

Official Website

www.accel.com

2. Blume Ventures

About

India-based early-stage VC known for being founder-friendly.

Focus

AI/ML, SaaS, DeepTech, ClimateTech, Healthcare, Consumer Internet

Ticket Size

$500K – $5M

Stage

Seed to Series A

Offices

Mumbai, Bengaluru, Delhi NCR

Official Website

https://blume.vc/

3. Z47 (Earlier Matrix Partners India)

About

Top Indian VC and early investor in Ola, Razorpay, and Dailyhunt.

Focus

FinTech, SaaS, Consumer Internet, B2B, GenAI, SpaceTech

Ticket Size

$500K – $20M

Stage

Seed to Early Growth

Offices

Bengaluru, Mumbai

Official Website

https://www.z47.com/

4. Kalaari Capital

About

One of India’s oldest VC firms and early investor in Myntra, Dream11, and Cure.fit.

Focus

Consumer Tech, SaaS, E-commerce, HealthTech, Gaming, DeepTech

Ticket Size

$500K – $5M (up to $10M)

Stage

Seed to Series A

Office

Bengaluru

Official Website

https://kalaari.com/

5. Stellaris Venture Partners

About

Early-stage VC providing hands-on support from experienced operators.

Focus

SaaS, B2B Commerce, FinTech, EdTech, Healthcare, AI, EV

Ticket Size

$500K – $10M

Stage

Seed to Series A

Office

Bengaluru

6. Peak XV Partners (Earlier Sequoia Capital India)

About

One of the largest VC funds in India & SEA. Early investor in Zomato, BYJU’S, CRED, and Razorpay.

Focus

Tech, Consumer Internet, FinTech, SaaS, Healthcare, EdTech, DeepTech, Web3

Ticket Size

$1M – $100M+

Stage

Seed to Growth/IPO

India Offices

Bengaluru, Mumbai, New Delhi

Official Website

https://www.peakxv.com/

7. Nexus Venture Partners

About

India–US VC fund backing global SaaS startups with Indian tech teams.

Focus

SaaS, AI, FinTech, Enterprise Software, Consumer Internet, Open Source

Ticket Size

$500K – $15M

Stage

Seed to Growth

India Offices

Bengaluru, Mumbai

Official Website

https://nexusvp.com/

8. Elevation Capital (Earlier SAIF Partners)

About

Early backer of Paytm, Swiggy, Meesho, and Urban Company.

Focus

Consumer Tech, FinTech, SaaS, Healthcare, Internet Businesses

Ticket Size

$1M – $15M

Stage

Seed to Series B

India Offices

Gurugram, Bengaluru

9. Norwest Venture Partners

About

Global VC/PE firm investing in fast-growing companies in India.

Focus

SaaS, Enterprise, FinTech, B2B Tech, Healthcare, Consumer Products

Ticket Size

$10M – $100M

Stage

Early Growth to Late Growth/PE

India Offices

Mumbai, Bengaluru

Official Website

https://www.nvp.com/

10. VenturEast

About

One of India’s oldest VC firms known for patient capital and deep-tech investments.

Focus

Life Sciences, Healthcare, DeepTech, FinTech, CleanTech

Ticket Size

$1M – $5M

Stage

Seed to Growth

India Offices

Bengaluru, Chennai

11. General Catalyst India

About

US-based General Catalyst acquired Venture Highway and runs a dedicated India fund.

Focus

FinTech, SaaS, Consumer Tech, Manufacturing, Defense, DeepTech, AI

Ticket Size

$500K – $5M (Seed), up to $50M (Growth)

Stage

Seed to Growth

India Offices

Bengaluru, New Delhi

12. Kae Capital

About

Early-stage VC supporting pre-Series A startups.

Focus

Tech, Healthcare, Consumer Services, Cloud, E-commerce, EdTech, FinTech, Logistics

Ticket Size

$500K – $3M

Stage

Pre-seed to Pre-Series A

India Offices

Mumbai, Bengaluru

13. Ankur Capital

About

Focused on Bharat and deep science startups including agritech and climate innovation.

Focus

Climate & Energy, Deep Science, Agritech, HealthTech, FinTech, Technology

Ticket Size

$500K – $2M

Stage

Seed to Series A

India Offices

Mumbai, Bengaluru

14. Omidyar Network India

About

Impact-focused investment fund supporting digital inclusion and education startups (now transitioning).

Focus

Digital Society, Education, Financial Inclusion, Emerging Tech

Investment Status

New investments stopped (portfolio management only)

India Office

Mumbai

Official Website

https://omidyarnetwork.in/

15. Orios Venture Partners

About

Consumer-focused VC and early backer of PharmEasy and Country Delight.

Focus

Consumer Brands (D2C), FinTech, Technology, Software, Hardware

Ticket Size

$500K – $5M

Stage

Seed to Series A

India Offices

Mumbai, Bengaluru, Gurugram

International Accelerators /VC Programs +

1. Y Combinator (YC)

Location

USA (Silicon Valley)

About

A world-leading startup accelerator providing mentorship, network access, and Demo Day with top investors.

Who It’s For

Global founders at idea or MVP stage across all sectors.

Funding

Yes (Seed Funding)

Funding Amount

Up to $500,000

2. Techstars

Location

USA (Programs across many countries)

About

A 3-month mentor-driven accelerator with corporate partnerships and investor Demo Day.

Who It’s For

Early-stage startups including SaaS, B2B, FinTech, and HealthTech.

Funding

Yes (Seed Investment)

Funding Amount

Around $120,000 (varies by program)

3. 500 Global (Formerly 500 Startups)

Location

USA (Global VC & accelerator)

About

Early-stage investing program supporting growth, go-to-market strategy, and fundraising.

Who It’s For

Product-led startups targeting global markets.

Funding

Yes (Pre-seed / Seed)

Funding Amount

$150,000 – $500,000 (program dependent)

Official Website

https://500.co

4. Plug and Play Tech Center

Location

USA (Global innovation hubs)

About

Corporate-backed accelerator offering partnerships, pilot programs, and investor access.

Who It’s For

Enterprise-focused startups in AI, FinTech, Health, Mobility, and more.

Funding

Sometimes (Case-by-case)

Funding Amount

$50,000 – $300,000 (not guaranteed)

5. MassChallenge

Location

USA (Programs in USA, Europe & Asia)

About

A zero-equity accelerator providing mentorship, corporate access, and prize funding.

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Who It’s For

Early-stage startups including impact, climate, health, and fintech sectors.

Funding

No equity; grants and prize funding available.

Funding Amount

$0 – $1,000,000+ (competitive awards)

6. Antler

Location

Singapore / Global

About

Early-stage accelerator helping founders build teams, develop MVPs, and raise pre-seed funding.

Who It’s For

Idea-stage founders including solo founders.

Funding

Yes (Pre-seed Investment)

Funding Amount

$100,000 – $250,000 (varies by region)

Official Website

https://www.antler.co

7. Seedcamp

Location

United Kingdom (Europe-focused)

About

Seed-stage VC offering accelerator-style mentorship and strong investor network.

Who It’s For

SaaS, FinTech, marketplaces, and deep-tech startups.

Funding

Yes (Seed Investment)

Funding Amount

$150,000 – $500,000

Official Website

https://seedcamp.com

8. Startupbootcamp

Location

Europe / Global

About

Industry-focused accelerator programs with mentors, investors, and Demo Day opportunities.

Who It’s For

Early-stage startups in FinTech, AI, Health, and IoT sectors.

Funding

Yes (Seed Investment)

Funding Amount

€15,000 – €50,000 + investor access

9. Google for Startups Accelerator

Location

Global (by Google)

About

Provides technical mentorship, product growth support, and Google Cloud credits.

Who It’s For

Tech startups working in AI, Cloud, Web, and Mobile technologies.

Funding

No direct cash funding

Support Value

Cloud credits up to $100,000+ (varies by cohort)

10. Microsoft for Startups

Location

Global (by Microsoft)

About

Offers Azure cloud credits, technical mentorship, and enterprise go-to-market support.

Who It’s For

B2B SaaS, AI, and cloud-native startups.

Funding

No direct cash funding

Support Value

Azure credits up to $150,000+ (depends on stage)

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