KSUM Productisation Grant

Provides up to ₹7 Lakhs for prototype validation and productisation to startups registered in Kerala. This is one track within KSUM's four-tier Innovation Grant ladder (Idea, Productisation, Market Acceleration, and Scale-up), reserved for startups converting a working MVP into a market-ready product. KSUM disburses the ₹7 lakh in milestone-based tranches, requires the startup to contribute 20% margin money at the second tranche, and disallows use of funds for founder salaries, fixed-asset purchases, or rent. Applications pass through KSUM's initial screening before an Expert Committee evaluates them on team, product innovation, marketing plan, and financials.