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Department of Industries (MSME), Government of Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand Startup Policy 2023

Gives recognised Uttarakhand startups a monthly allowance plus up to ₹12.5 lakh in seed funding.

Between cyclesDepartment of Industries (MSME), Government of UttarakhandIndia
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An entity meeting the startup definition applies online through the state's startup portal. Recognised startups can draw a monthly sustenance allowance for one year, a one-time seed-funding grant, reimbursement for patent and trademark filing costs, plus pre-incubation and incubation support; separately, the policy funds capital subsidies for new or expanding incubation centres and a ₹200 crore ve…

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The policy backs startups incorporated as a Private Limited Company, LLP or registered partnership, based in Uttarakhand or with a substantial Uttarakhand office, that are under ten years old, under ₹100 crore turnover, and working on an innovative or scalable business model.

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CycleiHow often this grant runs - e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.No fixed schedule
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.-
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Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.-
Award typeiThe form of funding - grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.-
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.-
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