Quick Take
- Haryana Startup Policy 2022 gives DPIIT startups seed grants up to Rs 10 Lakh each.
- Lease subsidy of 30% (45% for women founders) plus 50% Net SGST refund for 7 years.
- Incubators get capital grants up to Rs 2 Cr, targeting 5,000 new startups statewide.
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The Haryana Startup Policy 2022 gives DPIIT (Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade) recognised startups seed grants up to Rs 10 Lakh, lease rental subsidies, and a 50% Net SGST refund for seven years.
The policy is sector agnostic and runs from the Department of Industries and Commerce in Chandigarh. It targets at least 5,000 new startups during the policy period. Both founders and incubators qualify for fiscal and non-fiscal support, according to the official Startup Haryana fiscal benefits page.
StartupFeed Insight
The smartest move in this policy is the shift from one year to three years of subsidised incubation space. That extra runway matters more than any single grant, because most startups fail in months two through eighteen. StartupFeed believes founders in tier-2 Haryana towns (Hisar, Karnal, Panipat) will gain the most, since C and D category blocks reserve 1,750 of the seed grant slots. Watch for the new incubator schemes to push Haryana past 12,000 recognised startups by late 2026, lifting it firmly into India’s top five startup states. By StartupFeed Desk.
What benefits does the Haryana Startup Policy offer?
The Haryana Startup Policy offers six core fiscal benefits to registered startups. These cover funding, rent, taxes, and intellectual property costs. The aim is to cut the early cost of building a company in Haryana.
| Benefit | Detail | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Seed Grant | Up to Rs 10 Lakh per startup | For idea validation, prototype, proof of concept |
| Lease Rental Subsidy | 30% general, 45% women founders | Max Rs 5 Lakh, in IT parks/incubators |
| SGST Reimbursement | 50% of Net SGST for 7 years | Capped at 100% of Fixed Capital Investment |
| Patent Cost Reimbursement | 100% of fees up to Rs 25 Lakh | Domestic and international patents |
| Cloud Storage Support | Reimbursement for cloud costs | Eases tech infrastructure spend |
| Acceleration Help | Assistance for accelerator programs | Plus mentorship and exhibition support |
The seed grant is split across block categories: 100 startups in ‘A’ blocks, 250 in ‘B’, 750 in ‘C’, and 1,000 in ‘D’ blocks, per the Startup Haryana portal. This design steers money toward less developed districts.
About the Haryana Startup Policy
The Haryana State Startup Policy 2022 is a sector-agnostic framework launched by the Government of Haryana to back at least 5,000 new startups. It is run by the Department of Industries and Commerce, based in Chandigarh, with a dedicated Startup Haryana Cell for monitoring. The policy covers DPIIT-recognised startups under ten years old with turnover below Rs 100 Cr, and extends benefits to incubators and host institutions across all 22 districts.
How does the policy support incubators?
The policy gives incubators capital grants based on whether they are government or private host institutes. Government host institutes can receive up to Rs 2 Cr, while private host institutes can get up to Rs 1 Cr for setting up incubators. This funding builds the physical base for startup growth.
“Our vision is to build a self-sustaining ecosystem where innovation thrives from the grassroots to a global scale,” said Rastogi, of the state startup mission.
New schemes announced under the policy add more depth. They include 50% reimbursement on lease rent for incubators (up to Rs 5 Lakh per year for three years), 100% stamp duty reimbursement, and Rs 2.5 Lakh per year for mentorship at government-supported incubators. Support of up to Rs 50 Lakh per event is offered for startup fairs and exhibitions.
Who is eligible for the Haryana Startup Policy?
Eligibility for the Haryana Startup Policy needs DPIIT recognition plus a registered office in Haryana. Startups must register with Startup Haryana, the state nodal body, to claim incentives. A Haryana Udyam Memorandum (HUM) is also required for many benefits.
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Recognition | DPIIT-recognised startup |
| Location | Registered office in Haryana |
| Age and turnover | Under 10 years, turnover below Rs 100 Cr |
Unlike the older one-year rule, startups now get three years of subsidised incubation space and plug-and-play facilities. That longer support window is what sets the 2022 policy apart from earlier versions.
What’s Next
The state is rolling out a fresh set of incubator schemes under the 2022 policy, including up to Rs 4 Cr for new startup warehouses and innovation campuses. With over 25 incubators already active across universities, expect more launches through 2026. Which Haryana district do you think will produce the next breakout startup?
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Last updated: June 10, 2026 at 14:30 IST
Written by StartupFeed Desk. Published: June 10, 2026. Updated: June 10, 2026. Have a tip? Write to us at editorial@startupfeed.in.
