Startup grants and schemes in Kerala
Schemes for startups in Kerala, as published on their official pages. Central government schemes may be open to you as well, so look at those too.
Checked on official pages, last on 4 November 2026. Founders Wing does not run these schemes or help with applications.
Grant · Kerala
Opens in roundsKSUM Scale-up Grant: Scale-up Grant
Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM), Government of Kerala
Up to ₹15 lakh, with 50% margin money from the startup
Grant · Kerala
Opens in roundsKSUM Productisation Grant: Productisation Grant
Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM), Government of Kerala
Up to ₹7 lakh, or up to ₹12 lakh for women or transgender-led startups
Grant · Kerala
Opens in roundsKSUM Idea Grant: Idea Grant
Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM), Government of Kerala
Up to ₹3 lakh, usually 50% first and the rest after review
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Questions people ask
Is the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme still open?
No, not for new startups. The official portal gave 31 May 2026 as the last date for startups to apply. Money already approved is still being paid out, and we found no replacement scheme when we last checked.
Do I need DPIIT recognition to get a grant?
Many central and state schemes ask for it, but not all. Each page here lists that scheme's conditions, so check before you apply for recognition just for one scheme.
Can a SaaS or AI startup get a grant?
Yes, but fewer schemes suit it than the headlines suggest. Some are for deep tech or hardware, and NIDHI PRAYAS, for example, leaves out pure software and app projects. Start with our list for software startups.
What is the difference between a grant, a loan and a credit guarantee?
You are not expected to repay a grant if you meet its conditions. You repay a loan with interest. A credit guarantee is not money for you at all: it protects the bank, which may make the bank more willing to lend to you.
Should I pay an agent to get a government scheme?
Be careful with anyone who promises approval for a fee. Nobody outside the selection process can promise it. MUDRA, for example, says on its own site that it uses no agents.
How current is this list?
Each page shows the date we read the official source. Schemes change and close without much notice, so confirm the amount and dates on the official page before you apply.