Sikkim Start-up Seed Fund

Closed Commerce and Industries Department, Government of Sikkim Sikkim

Grant

Up to ₹15 lakh for priority sectors; up to ₹10 lakh for others

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What it funds: Equity free seed capital, with a higher cap for priority sectors like eco tourism and organic farming
Who can apply: Startup recognised by the Sikkim Commerce and Industries Department
At least 51% owned by a Sikkim Certificate of Identification (COI) holder
DPIIT recognised, or under 10 years old (15 for biotech) with turnover under ₹100 crore
Technology or IP driven, not an extension of a family business
When you can apply: ClosedNo new call announced yet
How to apply: Apply to the Commerce and Industries Department once the seed fund SOP is issued
Best for: Prototype, Early revenue stage
Run by: State governments

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