Social Innovation Grant
ACT Grants
Non-Repayable Grants for Social Entrepreneurs
The ACT Grant programme supports social entrepreneurs who are building technology-led solutions to real social problems - in areas like education, health, climate action, and women's entrepreneurship. Unlike a business loan, this is a grant - the money does not have to be repaid and you do not give up any ownership of your organisation in exchange.
Sapno Se Safalta Tak
₹5L-₹50L
Grant Potential
Grant
Support Route
Startup
Applicant Focus
India
Application Access
Scheme Overview
What Is ACT Grants?
The ACT Grant programme supports social entrepreneurs who are building technology-led solutions to real social problems - in areas like education, health, climate action, and women's entrepreneurship. Unlike a business loan, this is a grant - the money does not have to be repaid and you do not give up any ownership of your organisation in exchange.
Vikas Bharat helps you check fit, prepare documents and structure a complete grant-ready application file.
Why Applicants Apply
- 01
Non-Repayable Financial Assistance
- 02
Seed Funding
- 03
Elite Mentorship
- 04
Networking
- 05
Demo Day Exposure
- 06
MSME Support
What You Unlock
Benefits Of ACT Grants
Grant Support And Guidance To Help Innovators Build, Validate And Scale.
01
Non-Repayable Financial Assistance
Grant or incentive support aligned to scheme guidelines and project evaluation.
02
Seed Funding
Mentorship and ecosystem guidance to sharpen the execution plan.
03
Elite Mentorship
Structured documentation support for portals and implementing agencies.
04
Networking
Pathways to pilots, market access and follow-on opportunities.
05
Demo Day Exposure
Grant or incentive support aligned to scheme guidelines and project evaluation.
06
MSME Support
Mentorship and ecosystem guidance to sharpen the execution plan.
Who Qualifies
ACT Grants Eligibility
Gender Eligibility: Open to women entrepreneurs and gender-diverse leadership teams.; Target Sectors: Education, Health, Environment, or Women Entrepreneurship.; Stage of Startup: Primarily early-stage with a viable MVP (Minimum Viable Product).; Technology Focus: Technology-driven solution with potential for large-scale impact.; Geography: Targeted towards Indian startups solving Indian social challenges.
Applicant Profile
Eligible Applicant
Individuals, startups or organisations covered under the scheme guidelines.
Project Fit
A project aligned to the scheme sector, stage and impact requirements.
Innovation Focus
A technology-led, scalable or high-impact solution where required.
Project & Compliance
Stage Readiness
Idea, prototype, MVP or early traction as specified by the programme.
Compliance
Registrations, KYC and statutory documents as applicable.
Documentation
A complete proposal and supporting file ready for agency review.
How To Apply
ACT Grants Application Process
Prepare A Complete File, Submit Through The Official Channel And Progress Through Review To Grant Support.
- STEP 01
PROCESS
Drafting The Plan
2
- STEP 02
PROCESS
Document Compilation
3
- STEP 03
PROCESS
Portal Submission
4
- STEP 04
PROCESS
Selection & Mentorship
5
- STEP 05
PROCESS
Technical Evaluation
1
- STEP 06
PROCESS
Drafting The Plan
2
Paperwork
Documents Required
Important: Vikas Bharat can help organise a complete, grant-ready documentation file.
Business Profile - Company website link, product/service details and pitch deck.
Founder & Team Details - CVs highlighting experience and roles.
Financial Proof - Last 6 months of bank statements and ITR (if applicable).
Registration Proof - MSME Certification and DPIIT Recognition.
Innovation Narrative - Proof of Concept (PoC) or working prototype demo.
Compliance Docs - Proof of business registration (Pvt Ltd/LLP).
- What is ACT Grants?
- ACT Grants provides non-dilutive or grant-linked support to qualifying innovators, startups or organisations under its programme guidelines.
- What funding support is available?
- Selected applicants may receive support of about ₹5L-₹50L, subject to evaluation and scheme guidelines.
- Who is eligible to apply?
- Gender Eligibility: Open to women entrepreneurs and gender-diverse leadership teams.; Target Sectors: Education, Health, Environment, or Women Entrepreneurship.; Stage of Startup: Primarily early-stage with a viable MVP (Minimum Viable Product).; Technology Focus: Technology-driv
- What documents are required?
- Business Profile - Company website link, product/service details and pitch deck., Founder & Team Details - CVs highlighting experience and roles., Financial Proof - Last 6 months of bank statements and ITR (if applicable)., Registration Proof - MSME Certification and DPIIT Recognition..
ACT Grants Questions, Answered
Grant Support, Eligibility, Documents And The Application Process.
What is ACT Grants?
ACT Grants provides non-dilutive or grant-linked support to qualifying innovators, startups or organisations under its programme guidelines.
What funding support is available?
Who is eligible to apply?
What documents are required?
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