ANRF-MoJS MAHA Water Mission (Startup and MSME Open Call)

Last checked 11 Oct 2026 against the official scheme page. Terms and dates can change, so confirm on the official site before you apply.

Up to Rs 20 crore per consortium

Funding available

Rs 200 crore, five-year mission by ANRF and Ministry of Jal Shakti funding water-sector technology consortia of up to Rs 20 crore; an open call for startups and MSMEs for product and prototype work was launched on 1 Jun 2026.

Eligibility Criteria

Consortia of universities, labs, startups, MSMEs and industry; separate open call for startups/MSMEs on product and prototype development.

What You Get

Technology development and deployment funding

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Quick Facts

Governing Body: Anusandhan National Research Foundation and Ministry of Jal Shakti
Ministry / Dept: ANRF/MoJS
Level: Central Government
Status: Ongoing

Startup Stage

ValidationEarly Revenue

Target Sectors

Water