IFSCA Fintech Incentive Scheme
International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA)
No change found in Oct 2026 checks; terms as per the June 2026 playbook. Confirm the current call/window on the official link before applying.
The IFSCA Fintech Incentive Scheme gives grants to fintech startups to help them build products, test solutions, and grow from prototype to market at GIFT IFSC.
Objectives
The IFSCA Fintech Incentive Scheme aims to promote the establishment of a world class FinTech Hub, at GIFT International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) India by providing financial support to the eligible fintech entities. The Fintech Startup Grant is to be utilized for developing a product or a service and related ‘go-to market’ initiatives for a startup with a novel FinTech idea or solution.
Who can apply?
- FinTech startup with a novel FinTech idea or solution with the focus on converting that idea into a Minimum Viable Product.
What do you get?
- Fintech Startup Grant of up to ₹15 lakh
- Proof of Concept (PoC) grant of up to ₹50 lakh
- Sand-box grant of up to ₹30 lakh
- Green FinTech Grant of up to ₹75 lakh
- For accelerators - Accelerator Grant of up to ₹10 lakh.
How to apply
To know more: https://ifsca.gov.in/Pages/Contents/HowToApply