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Unlocking Targeted Government Capital for Sector-Specific Innovation
India’s central ministries and sector-focused departments run a diverse portfolio of grants and schemes to nurture innovation in key industries such as healthcare, agriculture, biotechnology, sustainability, education, and manufacturing. These schemes are purpose-built to support startups and MSMEs that align with national development goals and bring scalable, tech-enabled solutions to the market.
At ConsultUp India, we help you access and apply for these mission-driven funding opportunities packed by our experience across more than 18 sectors and strong institutional connections with implementing bodies. Whether it’s a biotechnology grant from BIRAC, a market linkage fund under More MSME, or a sustainability innovation scheme from MNRE, our team manages your journey end-to-end.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for ministry and sectoral grants typically depends on the issuing ministry, project type, and your company’s operational maturity. Common eligibility checkpoints include:
- Indian startup or MSME registered under the Companies Act, LLP Act, or MSMED Act
- DPIIT recognition (for startup-centric schemes)
- Clearly defined sectoral alignment (e.g., health, energy, agriculture, biotech, etc.)
- A working prototype or MVP that addresses a documented sectoral gap
- For R&D grants: Technical team or partner institution with domain credentials
- For scaling grants: Minimum traction, client case studies, or revenue proof
- Zero default status on prior government or institutional grantsitting up or reconstructing an existing business
Key Ministries Offering Sector Grants
- BIRAC (Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council) – For biotech and healthcare innovation
- MoMSME (Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises) – For capacity-building, market development, and tech support
- MoFPI (Ministry of Food Processing Industries) – For foodtech and agro-processing startups
- MNRE (Ministry of New and Renewable Energy) – For renewable, clean tech, and sustainability projects
- MEITY (Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology) – For IT, AI, IoT, and hardware innovation
- MoHFW (Ministry of Health and Family Welfare) – For healthtech and diagnostics-focused startups
- MoRD (Ministry of Rural Development) – For rural innovation and impact-focused startups
Each grant may be routed through incubators, SIDBI, or directly managed by nodal officers.
ConsultUp India guides you on the optimal route.
Documents Required
- Company Registration Documents (ROC Certificate / Udyam Aadhar)
- Sector-specific technical dossier or project proposal
- DPIIT Certificate (if applicable)
- Detailed project report (DPR) and cost estimateocumentation and fund coordination
- Founder KYC & team profile
- Financial forecast (12–24 months) and utilization plan
- Proof of concept: MVP images, pilot reports, testimonials
- Existing grants/funding declarations
- MoUs with research partners or pilot clients (where required)
ConsultUp India's Process Flow
1. Grant Opportunity Mapping
We identify and shortlist grants relevant to your sector, region, and project size.
2. Compliance & Documentation
Our team prepares all required reports, technical write-ups, and pitch documents in alignment with the issuing body’s guidelines.
3. Application Filing & Representation
We file and track submissions, ensuring you meet every technical, financial, and legal criterion.
4. Approval Coordination & Monitoring
Post-filing, we engage with the relevant ministry or partner institution to facilitate faster evaluations, clarifications, and final approvals.
5. Disbursement Follow-Up & Reporting
We assist with fund drawdown processes and ensure smooth post-grant compliance including fund utilization reports and milestone tracking.
