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Seed Fund DPIIT Required
Villgro SISFS
Startup India Seed Fund via Villgro
Last checked 11 Oct 2026 against the official scheme page. Terms and dates can change, so confirm on the official site before you apply.
Rs 20 lakh grant plus Rs 50 lakh convertible note
Funding available
Villgro, as an approved incubator, distributes Startup India Seed Fund support to eligible young startups in selected impact sectors.
Eligibility Criteria
DPIIT-recognised startups under 2 years old, with under Rs 10 lakh of other government support, 51% Indian promoters, tech-based product.
What You Get
- Grant for prototype and trials
- Convertible note for commercialisation
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Apply on Villgro Innovations Foundation (Startup India Seed Fund Scheme incubator)'s official site
Apply NowQuick Facts
- Governing Body
- Villgro Innovations Foundation (Startup India Seed Fund Scheme incubator)
- Ministry / Dept
- DPIIT
- Level
- Central Government
- Status
- Check official site
Startup Stage
IdeationValidation
Target Sectors
Waste managementWaterClimate-smart agricultureHealthcareClimate action
DPIIT Recognition Required
This scheme requires your startup to be DPIIT-recognised under the Startup India programme.
How to get DPIIT recognition →