- Type
- Government
- Stages
- Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A
- Based in
- Delhi NCR, Pan-India
- Founded
- 2016
About
DPIIT scheme run by NCGTC giving credit guarantees on collateral-free loans to DPIIT-recognised startups by banks, NBFCs and venture debt funds.
Investment thesis: We foster innovation and entrepreneurship across India by removing regulatory barriers, providing fiscal incentives, and building a supportive ecosystem for startups.
What they invest in
Programme details
Guarantee 85% of default amount for loans up to Rs 10 crore, 75% above; per-borrower cap stated as Rs 20 crore on Startup India page (earlier notice said Rs 10 crore). Operational from 1 April 2023; startups apply through the Jan Samarth portal via a lender.
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