Seed Funding with Equity, Andhra Pradesh Innovation and Startup Policy 4.0
Andhra Pradesh Innovation Society, ITE&C Department, Government of Andhra Pradesh
State equity funding for startups registered in Andhra Pradesh, on an equity sharing model. The policy lists a separate go-to-market support line of the same size, also for equity, and need-based seed funding of up to ₹1 crore for deep tech and advanced technology startups. The share of equity is not stated in the policy.
What you can get
Up to ₹50 lakh for equity; deep tech and advanced technology startups up to ₹1 crore based on need
Do you repay it?
Yes, or it takes equity
Type
Seed funding
Where
Andhra Pradesh
Current status
APIS home page says the application portal stays open on a rolling basis. Policy valid five years from notification or until replaced. Equity terms were not seen; operating guidelines are issued separately.
Who can apply
- Registered with the Government of Andhra Pradesh on the AP Startup One portal
- Equity sharing with the state's funding model
- Deep tech and advanced technology startups for the ₹1 crore line
How to apply
- 1Register on the AP Startup One portal
- 2Apply through the rolling application portal
- 3Ask the Innovation Society about current programmes such as AP Build
The catch
You give up equity and the policy does not say how much. Ask for the equity terms in writing, and compare them with what an angel would offer, before you accept.
We read this on the official page on 4 November 2026. Rules and dates change, so confirm there before you apply. Founders Wing is not connected to this scheme, does not help with applications and never charges for access to it.