Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) — Startup Support and Funding

iAbout This Scheme

State agency supporting technology startups in Kerala through seed funding, incubation centres, mentorship, and global exposure programmes under the Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM).

🎁Key Benefits

• Seed funding up to ₹15 lakh for early-stage startups
• Free or subsidized incubation at K-DISC / KSUM hubs
• Mentorship from industry experts and investors
• Facilitation for international exposure programs
• Access to Angel network and venture capital

✅Eligibility Criteria

• 1
  Startup must be incorporated in Kerala or have Kerala-domicile founders
• 2
  Less than 5 years old with innovative technology product
• 3
  Turnover below ₹100 crore
• 4
  Must not be a subsidiary of a larger company

📝How to Apply

❓Frequently Asked Questions