The Market Acceleration Grant is currently accepting applications to support startups in the early revenue stage, aiming to accelerate their growth and expand their market presence. This initiative is designed to provide crucial support for businesses looking to scale their operations and solidify their position in the market.
Program Focus
• Market Acceleration
• Marketing
• Customer Acquisition
• Branding
• Product Improvement
• Revenue Generation
• Innovative Technology-Based Products
Funding and Support
• Financial Assistance: Provides up to ₹10 lakhs.
• Objective: To help eligible startups strengthen their market presence and business growth.
• Supported Activities: The grant supports activities related to marketing, customer acquisition, branding, product improvements, and revenue generation.
Eligibility Criteria
• Startup Stage: Applicants must be in the early revenue stage.
• Product Requirement: The grant is available exclusively to startups that own innovative technology-based products.
• KSUM Registration: Must hold a valid KSUM Unique ID.
• Business Structure: Must be incorporated as a Private Limited Company, LLP, or OPC with an active MCA status.
• Prior Funding: Startups that have previously received the Idea Grant or Productization Grant are eligible to claim only the remaining eligible amount.
• General Requirement: Applicants must meet all eligibility requirements specified under the scheme guidelines.
Application Details
• Application Deadline: 31 December 2026.
For more information and to review the complete scheme guidelines, interested parties are encouraged to visit the Kerala Startup Mission.