COVID-19 STARTUP ASSISTANCE SCHEME (CSAS)

Description SIDBI recognizes the operational and financial challenges being faced by the start-ups and endeavors during COVID-19 Pandemic to provide financial assistance and stability via its scheme viz. Covid-19 Startup Assistance Scheme (‘CSAS’). Purpose: To provide interim support to startups whose cash flow and liquidity has been adversely impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic. The assistance can be used for various working capital requirements like salaries / wages, rent, administrative expenses, payment to vendors etc.  
Provider Type Central Govt / State Govt / Private Sector Central government
Provider Name Small industries development bank of India
Amount 2 crores
Grant Conditions & Qualifying Criteria I. Government defined Start-ups which has received funding through atleast one of the Alternate Investment Funds registered with SEBI.II. Startups with a minimum employee base of 50 employees. This may also include the foot soldiers. III. Startup should have been incorporated for less than 10 yearsVI. Startups should have a positive Net WorthVII. Startups should have demonstrated innovative measures for ensuring business continuity during the Covid – 19 period.
Focus Sector (Healthcare, Defense, Agriculture, etc.)
Provider Contact Email NA
Provider Website URL https://www.indiascienceandtechnology.gov.in/funding-opportunities/startups/covid-19-startup-assistance-scheme-csas
Type of funding (Grant, Loan or Equity) NA
Process NA
Tips for Winning NA
Provider Indian State NA
Provider Contact Address
Is Active "Yes"
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