Kerala Startup Mission Grants (Idea → Scale-up)
Stage-wise grants: Idea (₹3L), Productization (₹7L; ₹12L for women/transgender founders), Market Acceleration (₹10L), Scale-up (₹15L).
Who can apply
- Startups registered with KSUM / operating in Kerala
What you get
- Stage-based equity-free grants
Stage-wise grants: Idea (₹3L), Productization (₹7L; ₹12L for women/transgender founders), Market Acceleration (₹10L), Scale-up (₹15L). Periodic calls; check KSUM schemes page.
Quick answers
What is the last date to apply for Kerala Startup Mission Grants (Idea → Scale-up)?
There is no fixed deadline; applications are accepted on a rolling basis or in periodic calls.
How much funding does Kerala Startup Mission Grants (Idea → Scale-up) offer?
₹3 lakh to ₹15 lakh by stage.
Does Kerala Startup Mission Grants (Idea → Scale-up) take equity?
No. It is non-dilutive — founders keep full ownership.
Who can apply for Kerala Startup Mission Grants (Idea → Scale-up)?
Startups registered with KSUM / operating in Kerala.
Who runs Kerala Startup Mission Grants (Idea → Scale-up)?
Kerala Startup Mission, for startups in Kerala.
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