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The Scheme Register / RKVY

Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare

Innovation & Agri-Entrepreneurship Program (RKVY)

GrantIdeation · Prototype / PoC · Seed / Early stageStartup-specific
Support type
Grant
Best suited for
Ideation to Seed
How much
Up to ₹5 lakh (pre-seed); up to ₹25 lakh (seed stage)

What is this scheme?

The Innovation & Agri-Entrepreneurship Program (RKVY) supports agri-startups with funding, mentorship, and incubation so they can develop innovative farming solutions and strengthen the agricultural sector.

Objectives

  • To promote innovation and agripreneurship by providing financial support and nurturing the incubation ecosystem.
  • To strengthen infrastructure in agriculture and allied areas.

Who can apply (eligibility)

  • DPIIT-recognised startups.

What do you get?

  • Pre-seed support up to ₹5 lakh and seed-stage support up to ₹25 lakh via R-ABIs.
  • Provides grant-in-aid, incubation and mentoring support to eligible agri startups.

How to apply

Visit https://agristartup.gov.in/ to apply