Startup Funding · Grants & Subsidies

Startup Grants & Subsidies access non-dilutive government and institutional funding to grow without giving up equity.

Grants and subsidies provide startups with capital that does not need to be repaid and does not require equity dilution — making them the most founder-friendly form of funding available, particularly for innovation-led, social impact, or export-oriented businesses.

Government grants and institutional subsidies represent a significant but underutilised source of capital for Indian startups. The central and state governments, along with institutions such as SIDBI, DST, MEITY, and DPIIT, run multiple schemes providing non-dilutive funding — from R&D grants and export subsidies to technology development funds and startup recognition benefits.

The challenge is navigating a complex landscape of eligibility criteria, application windows, disbursement conditions, and utilisation reporting requirements. Many startups miss out not because they are ineligible, but because they are unaware of available schemes or lack the documentation to apply successfully.

At Beyonte Compliances, we map relevant grants and subsidies to your startup's profile, prepare compliant applications, and manage disbursement compliance — so founders can access non-dilutive capital without the administrative burden of navigating government schemes alone.

What Our Grants & Subsidies Service Covers

Grant Mapping & Eligibility Assessment

Identifying all central and state government schemes, institutional grants, and subsidies for which the startup is eligible.

DPIIT Startup Recognition

Obtaining DPIIT recognition — a prerequisite for most central government startup schemes, tax benefits, and grant programmes.

Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS) Application

Applying under the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme for grants of up to ₹20 lakh and soft loans of up to ₹50 lakh through registered incubators.

DST/NSTEDB Grant Applications

Applying for R&D and technology development grants from the Department of Science and Technology and related bodies.

State-Level Subsidy Applications

Identifying and applying for state-specific startup schemes, capital subsidies, electricity tariff reductions, and export promotion grants.

Grant Utilisation & Reporting

Managing the utilisation conditions, periodic reporting, and audit compliance requirements attached to disbursed grants.

Patent & IP Grant Support

Accessing subsidised patent filing and IP protection grants available to DPIIT-recognised startups under the Startup India scheme.

Export Promotion Scheme Advisory

Advising on DGFT schemes such as RoDTEP, MEIS successors, and export credit guarantee subsidies for product-based startups.

Our Process

Startup Profile & Grant Mapping

Reviewing the startup's sector, stage, DPIIT status, and activities to map all applicable grant and subsidy schemes.

DPIIT Recognition (if pending)

Obtaining DPIIT recognition where not already in place — the gateway to most central government startup benefits.

Application Preparation & Submission

Preparing and submitting grant applications with all required documents, business plans, and financial projections.

Application Follow-Up & Query Response

Tracking application status, responding to evaluator queries, and managing any site visit or presentation requirements.

Disbursement Compliance & Reporting

Managing utilisation conditions, maintaining expense records, and filing periodic reports required for ongoing grant compliance.

Why It Matters

✓Non-dilutive capital — no equity given up, no repayment required

✓Extends runway without reducing founder ownership at the seed stage

✓Government recognition adds credibility with customers, investors, and partners

✓DPIIT-recognised startups access tax holidays, IPR fast-tracking, and self-certification

✓R&D grants fund product development costs that would otherwise require equity dilution

✓State subsidies can significantly reduce operational costs in manufacturing and tech

✓Grant receipt demonstrates external validation that builds investor confidence

✓Compliance with utilisation conditions protects against recovery and blacklisting

Frequently Asked Questions

The Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS) is a government programme that provides grants of up to ₹20 lakh for proof of concept and prototype development, and soft loans of up to ₹50 lakh for market entry and commercialisation — disbursed through registered incubators across India to DPIIT-recognised startups.

Most central government startup grant programmes — including SISFS, income tax benefits under Section 80IAC, and IPR fast-tracking — require the startup to hold valid DPIIT recognition. State-level schemes have varying requirements, but DPIIT recognition is generally beneficial across the board.

Under Section 56(2)(viib) read with approved entities list and DPIIT recognition, grants from government-notified funds and recognised entities may be exempt from income tax. The tax treatment depends on the source and nature of the grant, and professional advice should be obtained for each specific grant received.

Non-compliance with grant utilisation conditions — such as using funds for purposes other than those sanctioned, or failing to file required reports — can result in recovery of the disbursed amount, disqualification from future schemes, and in severe cases, blacklisting from government programmes.

Access non-dilutive government funding your startup is already eligible for.

Talk to our team about mapping, applying for, and complying with grants and subsidies available to your startup.