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Karnataka opens 25th ELEVATE grant call

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Karnataka's ELEVATE programme provides grants of up to ₹50 lakh per startup

The 25th call opened on 25 May 2026, marking 10 years since launch in 2017

Over 1,250 startups have received ₹292.57 crore across 24 previous calls

Karnataka's ELEVATE grant-in-aid programme opened its 25th call for applications on 25 May 2026.
The programme marks 10 years since its launch in 2017.
It has committed ₹292.57 crore in grant support across 24 previous calls.
Over 1,250 startups have been supported so far.
Each startup can receive a one-time grant of up to ₹50 lakh.
For the first time, four tracks are introduced simultaneously: ELEVATE General, Shakti, Unnati, and Aspire.
ELEVATE Shakti targets ventures with at least 51% women ownership.
ELEVATE Unnati focuses on SC/ST founders.
ELEVATE Aspire is aimed at startups from Tier-2 and Tier-3 regions outside Bengaluru.

The programme is described as a key pillar of Karnataka's startup ecosystem.
It aligns with the Karnataka Startup Policy 2022-27.
The four-track approach aims to broaden inclusion for women, marginalised communities, and regional startups.

ELEVATE provides mentorship, incubation, networking, and linkages with Centres of Excellence (CoEs) and Technology Business Incubators (TBIs).
It offers reimbursements for patent filing, marketing, GST, and quality certification.