Gujarat Electronics & IT/ITeS Startup Policy Assistance (2016-21)

This scheme is closed: Operative period 2016-06-06 to 2021-06-05. Check the official page for any reopening.

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

Includes lease rent subsidy, 9% interest subsidy up to INR 2 lakh a year, patent support up to INR 2/5 lakh, INR 1 lakh prototype and INR 1 lakh marketing, GVFL matching equity up to INR 5 crore

Funding available

Assistance to startups and incubators in electronics and IT under the 2016-21 policy.

Eligibility Criteria

Startups meeting the Startup India definition working in Electronics and IT/ITeS.

What You Get

Rent, interest, patent, bandwidth and prototype assistance

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Quick Facts

Governing Body: Industries Commissionerate / Startup Gujarat Cell, Government of Gujarat
Ministry / Dept: State
Level: Gujarat
Status: Check official site

Target Sectors

ElectronicsIT/ITeS