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Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Mahila Startup Yojana (Maharashtra)

Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Mahila Startup Yojana (Maharashtra) is a state government scheme run by the Maharashtra State Innovation Society, Govt of Maharashtra. ₹1 lakh to ₹25 lakh financial support for women-led startups. Who qualifies: DPIIT-recognised startup registered in Maharashtra, with women holding more than 51%. Applying is free on msins.in.

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WhereMaharashtra (state government)
Run byMaharashtra State Innovation Society, Govt of Maharashtra
Last checked1 November 2026

What do you get under Women startup grant?

₹1 lakh to ₹25 lakh financial support for women-led startups.

Applications open in rounds; check msins.in for an open call.

Who is eligible for Women startup grant?

  • DPIIT-recognised startup registered in Maharashtra, with women holding more than 51%.
  • Running for more than a year, with revenue between ₹10 lakh and ₹1 crore.
  • Has not taken any other grant from the Govt of Maharashtra.

Documents needed for Women startup grant

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How to apply for Women startup grant

  1. Apply online free of cost on msins.in when the call for applications is open.

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Common questions

Who is eligible for Women startup grant?

DPIIT-recognised startup registered in Maharashtra, with women holding more than 51%. Running for more than a year, with revenue between ₹10 lakh and ₹1 crore. Has not taken any other grant from the Govt of Maharashtra.

How much do I get under Women startup grant?

₹1 lakh to ₹25 lakh financial support for women-led startups. Applications open in rounds; check msins.in for an open call.

What documents do I need for Women startup grant?

Business proof or plan (Udyam, vending certificate, quotation); PAN card; Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account).

How do I apply for Women startup grant?

Apply online free of cost on msins.in when the call for applications is open. Official site: https://msins.in/

Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Women startup grant?

No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.

How much can a women-led startup get?

From ₹1 lakh up to ₹25 lakh.

Can a new business apply?

No. It must be DPIIT-recognised, over a year old and earning ₹10 lakh to ₹1 crore.

Official sources

Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 30 April 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.

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