Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS)
Up to ₹20 lakh grant and ₹50 lakh investment via incubators.
Startup Services
Government Grants, Subsidies & Schemes for Startups and MSMEs
Discover the central and state grants, subsidies and schemes your business qualifies for, and get expert help preparing strong applications.
- Scheme mapping in 5–7 days; application timelines vary
- Scheme eligibility mapping
- Application preparation
- Project report support
Government funding for startups and small businesses
Central ministries and state governments run dozens of schemes that give startups and MSMEs grants, subsidies, interest subvention and incubation support. The challenge is knowing which ones you qualify for and presenting an application that stands out. Nevo Legal maps your business against available schemes and prepares the applications for you.
Examples of schemes we work with
- Startup India Seed Fund Scheme – grants and investment through incubators (see our dedicated service).
- PMEGP – credit-linked subsidy of 15–35% for new micro enterprises in manufacturing and services.
- Stand-Up India – bank loans from ₹10 lakh to ₹1 crore for SC/ST and women entrepreneurs setting up new enterprises.
- BIRAC schemes – grants such as BIG for biotech and life-science startups.
- MeitY and DST programmes – support for technology, deep-tech and electronics startups through incubators.
- State startup policies – sustenance allowances, seed grants, patent and marketing reimbursements and rent subsidies offered by many states, including Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat and others.
- MSME schemes – capital and technology upgradation subsidies, credit guarantees and marketing assistance for registered MSMEs.
Our process
- We understand your business, stage, sector, location and funding needs.
- You receive a shortlist of schemes you are eligible for, with amounts and timelines.
- We prepare the application, project report and supporting documents.
- We file the application and help with clarifications or presentations.
Make sure you have the basics in place first: DPIIT recognition and MSME registration unlock most schemes.
Documents required for Government Grants & Schemes
After you purchase, log in to My Account → My Services and upload each document below. Scanned copies or clear phone photos (PDF, JPG or PNG) are fine. Your files are stored privately and seen only by your assigned expert.
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Certificate of Incorporation Of the company, LLP or registered partnership firm Required
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PAN card of the entity Clear copy Required
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MOA & AOA / LLP agreement / partnership deed Constitution document of the entity Required
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Udyam (MSME) or DPIIT certificate Whichever applies to your business If applicable
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Business plan or pitch deck Describing the project or expansion you want funded Required
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Financial statements Latest audited accounts or ITRs If applicable
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Aadhaar and PAN of promoters Of all founders / partners Required
Government Grants & Schemes process with Nevo Legal
Discovery call
We understand your business, stage and funding needs.
Scheme mapping
You get a shortlist of central and state schemes you qualify for.
Application preparation
Project report, forms and supporting documents prepared.
Filing & follow-up
Applications submitted and clarifications handled.
What you get
- Scheme eligibility report
- Application for the chosen scheme
- Supporting project report or write-up
- Follow-up on clarifications
Government Grants & Schemes – frequently asked questions
Are government grants repayable?
Grants and subsidies generally do not have to be repaid if used as approved, but some schemes provide soft loans or convertible instruments that do. We explain the terms of each scheme.
Can a proprietorship get government grants?
Many MSME schemes such as PMEGP are open to proprietorships. Startup-specific schemes usually require DPIIT recognition, which needs a company, LLP or registered partnership.
Do you guarantee approval?
No one can guarantee approval, as decisions rest with the scheme authorities. We focus on eligibility and a strong, complete application.
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Not sure which service you need?
Speak to a Nevo Legal expert. We will understand your requirement and recommend the right legal route – no obligation.