Karnataka ELEVATE 100 Scheme

The ELEVATE 100 program is a flagship initiative by the Department of Electronics, IT, BT, and S&T, Government of Karnataka, executed through the Karnataka Innovation and Technology Society (KITS). The scheme identifies and nurtures the most innovative early-stage startups in the state through a multi-stage rigorous selection process. Selected startups receive significant capital backing in the form of grants-in-aid to scale their ideas into viable businesses. Beyond financial assistance, the program offers essential ecosystem support including mentorship, access to government-backed incubators, networking opportunities with venture capitalists, and legal and accounting consultancy. It targets diverse sectors including IT, Electronic System Design & Manufacturing (ESDM), Life Sciences, and Agriculture, aiming to foster an entrepreneurial spirit and technological advancement within Karnataka's startup ecosystem.