Assam Startup Overseas Market Access Reimbursement

Open all year Assam Innovation and Startup Foundation (AISF), Department of Innovation, Incubation and Startups, Government of Assam Assam

Reimbursement

30% of costs, up to ₹5 lakh a year

What it funds: Refund of part of the cost of approved overseas trade fairs and exhibitions
Who can apply: Startup holding a My Assam Startup ID (MASI) from AISF
DPIIT recognised, or under 10 years old with turnover under ₹100 crore
Registered in Assam, or at least 25% of skilled staff from Assam
Event approved in advance
When you can apply: Open all year
How to apply: Get a MASI ID, get the overseas event approved, then claim through AISF
Best for: Early revenue, Growth stage
Run by: State governments

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