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Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS) – Through FITT IIT Delhi

FITT-IIT Delhi and AIC-IITD

Startup India Seed Fund Scheme
Startup India Seed Fund Scheme

Important Dates

Application Start Date
April 1, 2021
Deadline to Submission
August 1, 2026

Important Notes

Eligibilie Stages
Prototype Stage, MVP Stage
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Scheme Details In Depth

SISFS offers up to ₹20 lakhs grant for proof-of-concept validation, prototype development, and product trials, plus up to ₹50 lakhs investment via convertible debentures or debt for market entry, commercialization, and scaling. Funds are disbursed milestone-wise through approved incubators like FITT-IIT Delhi and AIC-IITD.

Purpose and Impact

Launched by DPIIT under Startup India, SISFS bridges early-stage funding gaps, enabling 3,600 startups via 300+ incubators over 4 years. It supports tech-driven innovations with market potential, fostering commercialization without diluting equity heavily. Over 160 incubators approved, empowering DPIIT-recognized startups nationwide.

Key Benefits

  • Non-dilutive grants for PoC/prototype (milestone-based)

  • Debt/convertible options for scaling (up to 5-year term, 12-month moratorium)

  • Access to incubator mentorship, facilities, and networks

  • Rolling applications via online portal; select up to 3 incubators

  • 45-day selection post-application

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Additional Information

Eligibility
DPIIT-recognized startup, incorporated ≤2 years ago

≥51% Indian promoter shareholding

Tech in core product/service/business model

Business idea with market-fit, scalability, commercialization potential

No prior >₹10 lakhs government equity funding

Not listed/IPO-subsidiary; revenue ≤₹100 crore

Apply via up to 3 approved incubators
Location Eligibility
All Indian DPIIT-recognized startups (pan-India via approved incubators)
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Grant Provider Information

Organizer / Incubator
Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer (FITT) - IIT Delhi; AIC IIT Delhi Sonipat Innovation Foundation
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Organizer Social Handles
Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer, IIT Delhi, Hauz Khas, New Delhi - 110016
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