January 2, 2026 Summary: The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has announced an additional infusion into the Startup India Seed Fund. Early-stage startups can now apply for grants up to ₹20 lakh for proof of concept and up to ₹50 lakh for market entry through incubators. The government has prioritized startups in “Deep-Tech” and “Sustainability” for this new funding cycle.
Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS) Gets Budgetary Boost for 2026
