Karnataka ELEVATE Minorities
Grant of up to Rs 50 lakh for minority-led start-ups
ELEVATE Minorities gives a one-time grant of up to Rs 50 lakh to start-ups led by members of minority communities. Who benefits: start-ups incorporated in Karnataka. Eligibility: the minority director or partner must hold at least 51 percent equity; other conditions are in the call for applications. How to apply: apply when a call is open through the Karnataka Innovation and Technology Society (KITS) of the IT, BT and Science and Technology department. Budget: no separate allocation figure was found in the sources we checked. Details are from published summaries and may change, so confirm with the department before applying.
At a glance
| Department | Other schemes and recent announcements |
|---|---|
| Started | Ongoing |
| Group | Jobs, skills and business |
Check official sources
Eligibility, amounts and how to apply change often. Confirm on the official portals or at your taluk office.
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