KSUM Market Acceleration Grant

Open now Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM), Government of Kerala Kerala

Grant

Up to ₹10 lakh (less any KSUM idea or productisation grant already received); 30% own margin

Apply on the official site

What it funds: Marketing, customer acquisition, branding and product improvement for early revenue startups
Who can apply: Startup with a KSUM Unique ID (Kerala Startup Mission)
Private limited, LLP or OPC with active MCA status
Early revenue with an innovative tech product
When you can apply: Open nowNo fixed deadline
How to apply: Apply on the KSUM grants portal during a call; shortlisted startups pitch to an expert committee
Best for: Early revenue stage
Run by: State governments

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