AgriSURE Scheme 2026: Up to ₹25 Crore Funding for Agri Startups & Eligibility
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Quick answer
AgriSURE provides capital funding of up to ₹25 crore alongside incubation and mentoring support to startups in agriculture and rural development sectors. Supported by a ₹750 crore blended capital fund, it aims to scale high-impact, tech-driven rural enterprises and foster youth entrepreneurship. Startups and eligible Alternative Investment Funds can apply online via the NABVENTURES portal.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Up to ₹25 crore funding per startup |
| Ministry / department | Ministry Of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare |
| Level | Central Government |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
AgriSURE (Agri Fund for Startups & Rural Enterprises) is an initiative by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and NABARD designed to back technology-driven, high-impact ventures across agriculture and allied sectors. With a blended capital corpus of ₹750 crore—comprising contributions from the Government of India, NABARD, and private investors—the fund deploys resources through a ₹450 crore Fund of Funds route and a ₹300 crore Direct Scheme route. The initiative supports around 85 startups with growth capital, grant-in-aid, professional mentoring, and incubation to strengthen farm produce value chains and expand rural employment.
Benefits
- Access to a ₹750 crore blended capital fund structured into a ₹450 crore Fund of Funds Scheme and a ₹300 crore Direct Scheme.
- Investment support for approximately 85 startups with ticket sizes up to ₹25 crore based on merit and fund rules.
- Provision of grant-in-aid, structured incubation, and professional mentoring support for eligible agri-startups.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Startups operating in the agriculture and rural development sectors.
- SEBI-registered Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs), including sector-specific, sector-agnostic, and debt AIFs investing in agriculture or rural startups.
Documents required
- Certificate of Incorporation or Startup Registration certificate
- PAN Card of the startup or organisation
- Detailed business plan or project proposal
- Pitch deck and company profile
- Financial statements and past funding details
- Technology, intellectual property (IP), and regulatory approvals, wherever applicable
How to apply
- 1Visit the official NABVENTURES portal at nabventures.in/agrisure.aspx.
- 2Read the investment guidelines for both the Direct Scheme and Fund of Funds routes.
- 3Collate all required company records, including the business proposal, pitch deck, incorporation proof, and financials.
- 4Submit the investment proposal and documentation through the NABVENTURES platform for evaluation.
Frequently asked questions
What is the AgriSURE fund?+
AgriSURE is a dedicated investment fund that provides capital, incubation, and mentoring to technology-driven startups in agriculture and rural enterprise sectors.
What is the total fund corpus of AgriSURE?+
The blended capital fund has a total corpus of ₹750 crore, funded by ₹250 crore from the Government of India, ₹250 crore from NABARD, and ₹250 crore mobilized from banks, insurers, and private investors.
How much investment can an eligible startup get?+
Eligible startups can receive investment ticket sizes up to ₹25 crore, based on project merit and fund guidelines.
What are the two investment routes under AgriSURE?+
The fund operates through two routes: the Fund of Funds Scheme with a corpus of ₹450 crore and the Direct Scheme with a corpus of ₹300 crore.
Who can apply for AgriSURE support?+
Startups engaged in agriculture and rural development, as well as SEBI-registered Category II Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) that back agri-ventures, are eligible to apply.
Does AgriSURE offer non-financial support?+
Yes, eligible startups can receive grant-in-aid, incubation facilities, and mentorship assistance in addition to direct funding.
How can startups submit an application?+
Eligible enterprises can approach NABVENTURES online through its official website (nabventures.in/agrisure.aspx).
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