Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Women Startup Scheme (Maharashtra)

Closed Maharashtra State Innovation Society (MSInS), Skills, Employment, Entrepreneurship and Innovation Department, Government of Maharashtra Maharashtra

Grant

₹1 lakh to ₹25 lakh, one time, sized by turnover

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What it funds: One time grant to help women-led startups grow and expand
Who can apply: DPIIT recognised startup registered in Maharashtra
Women hold at least 51% of the shares
Annual turnover of ₹10 lakh to ₹1 crore
No earlier grant from a Maharashtra state scheme
When you can apply: ClosedCalls ran in 2024 and 2025. Next call not announced
How to apply: Apply online on the MSInS form when the next call opens
Best for: Early revenue, Growth stage
Run by: State governments

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