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Green Hydrogen Grants India

Green hydrogen is India’s single biggest announced clean-energy bet: the National Green Hydrogen Mission carries a ₹19,744 crore outlay, with a dedicated ₹100 crore startup fund for hydrogen innovations. But most of that money moves through pilot calls and challenge windows, not a standing grant scheme, which is exactly why a deadline-aware tracker helps.

No hydrogen applications are open right now. Below is the shape of past windows so you know what to watch for, and how to be ready when the next call opens. Non-dilutive only: no equity, no debt, no repayment.

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Open Now

No applications open right now. The programs below run on cycles — check back, or subscribe to the weekly digest for reopening alerts.

Recently Closed & Past Cycles

Past programs that show the shape of this funding space. Most run again — watch the funder page or our digest for the next window.

MNRE Startup Grand Challenge (2019)

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Early MNRE startup challenge for hydrogen and renewable innovations. Shows the ministry has run open startup calls before — expect new ones as mission targets ramp.

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National Green Hydrogen Mission: Pilot Call (earlier windows)

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The pilot call runs in windows. Earlier application windows closed; the same call reopens, and the funder page and our digest track it.

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How to Apply

1.When a call is open, eligibility is usually DPIIT-registered startups with a demonstration-scale project.
2.Prepare a project proposal at TRL 5–7: production or utilization, with a clear 24-month execution plan.
3.Submit through the MNRE/Startup India AMS portal when a window opens; the apply link is on the grant card.
4.If the window is closed, set a reminder for the next one; MNRE reopens these calls periodically.

Frequently asked questions

Is there really a ₹100 crore fund for green hydrogen startups in India?

Yes. The National Green Hydrogen Mission includes a ₹100 crore startup fund, announced alongside the mission’s ₹19,744 crore outlay. Startup funding flows through pilot calls, challenges, and incubation support — not as a single standing grant.

What stage do green hydrogen grants target?

Mostly demonstration-scale projects at Technology Readiness Level 5–7. Startups with a working prototype and a credible 24-month execution plan are the typical fit.

Do green hydrogen grants take equity?

No. The programs tracked on climategrants.in are non-dilutive — grants, pilot funding, and pre-purchase support. We do not list equity funds.