Seed Funding

Setting Up Your Dream Company Was Never This Easy

Just @ Rs.49,999/-

Process

Obtain DIN of all proposed directors

To incorporate a private limited company, DINrequired for all proposed directors.

Procure DSC of all proposed directors

To incorporate a private limited company, DSC is required for all proposed directors.

Approval of name

The name of the company has to be approved by the ROC. After name approval the further process goes on

Issue of certificate of incorporation

RoC issues a certificate of incorporation with a PAN and TAN

Seed Funding

Turn Your Idea into Action Access Government-Backed Capital Support.

Every successful startup starts with Idea & Vision. However, converting an idea into a commercially viable business requires more than conviction: Funds are needed to build, test, and reach your first customer. Here comes Seed Funding. 

Thanks to government initiatives corresponding to the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS) and state-specific startup grants in India, early-stage founders are back today with a non-equity capital support to set proper foundations for growth.  

At StartupKare, we guide startups from eligibility to application unlocking seed capital via structured documentation, pitch preparation, and expert leverage. 

 

What is Seed Funding?

Seed funding is the primary capital raised by the startup. It is generally utilized to: 

  • Test a proof of concept (PoC)
  • Establish a minimum viable product (MVP)
  • Launch in the field and test customer feedback
  • Build a founding team and initiate its business operation

In contrast to the venture capitalist funding or the equity rounds, seed funding is often non-dilutive, particularly when coming via government seed support schemes or grants. 

Seed funding assists you to implement your seed-slide into actual walking and functioning business features-on ,and StartupKare makes sure you get actually implemented on the model.  

What is Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS)?

The Startup India Seed Fund Scheme is a flagship initiative of the Startup India mission under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). It intends to provide financial assistance to startups at their ideation stage and early product development stage, allowing them to: 

  • Prototype and validate their idea
  • Build their solution for the market
  • Take their solution to the next level of product paying users

The Key Benefits of SISFS

  • Up to ₹20 lakhs as a grant for product development, design, PoC testing.
  • Up to ₹50 lakhs as convertible debenture/soft loan for the purpose of market entry and commercialization.
  • No equity dilution-the government does not take up shares in your company.
  • Exposure to recognized incubators and mentorship across India.

Funding is disbursed through over 300 government-approved incubators, which makes it one of the most easily accessible seed funding programs for early-stage startups in India. 

Why Seed Funding Matter for Your Startup?

Getting access to seed capital on time is crucial not only does it help running your operations but it also: 

  • Helps with validation of product-market fit
  • Fast-tracking of acquire-to-market plans
  • Bringing on talent and early team members
  • Increased investor interest and credibility
  • Allow optimal use of your cash flow runway before embarking on free equity rounds

So, many founders withhold from getting capital due to complex processes or fear of rejection. With StartupKare, you would have never been alone – we are your extra startup fortress, walking with you through government funding gates and following the private capital avenue. 

Eligibility Criteria

Startup India Seed Fund Scheme has the following criteria for the startup to apply: 

Requirement 

Description 

DPIIT Recognition 

Must hold a valid DPIIT Startup Recognition certificate 

Company Type 

Only Private Limited Company or Registered LLP 

 

Startup Age 

Not more than 2 years from its incorporation 

Funding History 

Should not have received more than ₹10 lakhs under any government schemes 

 

Innovation Focus 

Should be working on path-breaking solutions/products/services 

 

Indian Ownership 

At least 51% owned by Indian founders 

 

Scalable Model 

Should be able to generate employment or wealth creation 

 

Don’t have your DPIIT certificate yet? Let us handle that first through our DPIIT Registration service. 

What Will Seed Funding Cover?

Below is how you can utilize seed capital assistance under SISFS and other seed schemes: 

  • MVP Development – Building a working version of your idea 
  • Proof of Concept (PoC) – Validate the viability of your innovation 
  • Product Iteration – Improve based on testing and feedback 
  • Compliance & Licensing – Cover registration and documentation costs 
  • Market Testing – Pilot product with early users or customers 
  • Initial Marketing & Branding – Start basic outreach campaigns 
  • Hiring Core Team – Get on essential talents for tech or ops 
  • Operations & Tech Infrastructure- Unlike traditional VC funding, SISFS gives you the space to build without pressure to scale prematurely. 

Documents Required for Seed Funding Application

StartupKare manages the application from end to end to assure accuracy and completeness. 

You will need: 

  • DPIIT Certificate (we can help you with this)
  • Certificate of Incorporation (Company/LLP)
  • PAN and Aadhaar of all of the founders
  • Company PAN and proof of address
  • Startup India portal profile
  • Business Plan/Financial Model
  • Startup Pitch Deck
  • Video Pitch (optional but powerful)
  • Declaration of no prior government funding > ₹10 lakhs.

How StartupKare Supports your Seed Fund Journey

We do not just fill forms we help present your case for funding.  

Our Comprehensive Support Includes: 

  • DPIIT Recognition (if not yet applied)
  • Setup & Verification of Startup India Portal
  • Custom Business Plan Generation
  • Pitch Deck Review or From-Scratch Design
  • Selecting Suitable Incubators or Schemes
  • Complete Online Application Filing (SISFS)
  • Follow-Ups with Incubators/Govt Depts
  • Interview Prep & Demo Day Support (if shortlisted)

We stick with you from first draft through till final disbursal. 

Dedicated Startup Advisor 

  • Time to Completion: 10–20 working days 
  • Mode: Fully Remote—We partner with startups across India 
  • Other Startup India Opportunities for Funding 

 

Other than SISFS, we are also assisting in: 

  • Startup India Grants for Women Entrepreneurs
  • State-specific startup grants in India (e.g., Gujarat, Rajasthan, Kerala, Karnataka)
  • Seed Support Scheme (DST, BIRAC, MeitY)
  • Startup Accelerators & CSR-backed Incubators
  • Private Angel Networks & Seed Funds

Whether building a tech startup, sustainable D2C brand, social enterprise, or agritech platform — we connect you to the right funding ecosystem. 

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