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IndiaELEVATE Unnati 2026 — Startup Karnataka Grant for SC/ST Founders
One-time grant up to ₹50L for SC/ST-owned Karnataka startups (70%+ SC/ST equity). Funding is released in two equal tranches against milestones, after a tripartite agreement between KITS, the K-Tech innovation partner and the startup. Selected startups also get mapped to government-backed incubators, accelerators, Centres of Excellence and innovation hubs for mentoring and incubation support at subsidized rates.
Who can apply
Startups owned by founders from Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities, registered in Karnataka, with SC/ST director(s) or partner(s) holding at least 70% equity in the company or firm, sustained through the entire project duration.Perks & benefits
- Mentoring and incubation support at subsidized rates via government-backed incubators, accelerators, Centres of Excellence and innovation hubs
Sources
Links used by the AI to gather information about this grant.
- www.startupgrantsindia.com/grant-calendar?_grant=4 ↗
- founderpin.com/elevate-karnataka-startup-2026-challenge-explained/ ↗
- www.startupgrantsindia.com/schemes/elevate-karnataka ↗
- www.incorpx.io/grants/elevate-unnati-2026-startup-karnataka-grant ↗
- elevate.startupkarnataka.in/ ↗
- www.startupgrantsindia.com/elevate-unnati-2026-startup-karnataka-grant ↗