Department of IT & Electronics
Policy Note & Conditions:
50 percent/50 percent tranches; project milestones; possible extra under cl. 2.4; exceptions case-by-case.
Eligibility and preparation
Read the scheme conditions above and prepare the following supporting evidence. The detailed guide explains additional requirements.
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COMMERCIAL_VIABILITY_PLAN
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PROJECT_BUDGET
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STARTUP_REGISTRATION
Eligibility conditions
- Standard seed support up to ₹15 lakh for MVP commercialization (§2.3.1–2.3.4).
- Explain innovation, scalability, commercial viability and the project cost (§2.3.4–2.3.5).
- Recognized incubation is described; the alternative without incubation requires the PIU-approved self-declaration process and nodal verification (§2.3.6–2.3.7).
- Standard 50%/50% installments depend on milestones, utilization and approval (§2.3.14). Special/high-potential cases are separately assessed.
Application steps
- Read the full policy and the applicable guidelines.
- Prepare the programme-specific evidence and proposal.
- Use the authorised application process and respond to any clarification.
Review and approval route
- The competent departmental process follows the policy and notified guidelines.
Inspection requirements
Verification/record inspection may be directed under §1.15 or scheme-specific provisions; no universal compulsory visit is asserted.
Scheme questions
Does this information confirm approval?
No. The competent authority verifies eligibility, evidence and the applicable terms before a decision.
Where should I check the complete conditions?
Read the linked notified policy and the programme-specific guidelines before applying.
Information checked: 29 Oct 2026 · Applicable policy provisions ↗
