Department of Electronics, IT and BT / KITS

Quality Certification Cost Reimbursement

GRANTKARNATAKASTATE SCHEME

What it is for

Reduces the cost burden of getting products/services certified under recognised industry-standard quality certifications (e.g., CE, ISO, CMMi, SA), improving startups' market credibility.

Who can apply

All KITS-registered startups in Karnataka; claims must be submitted within one year of applying for certification; each certification requires a separate application.

What you get

50% reimbursement of quality certification fees, with an overall ceiling of INR 6 lakh across a maximum of 5 industry-standard certifications during the policy period.

How to apply

Apply online at the fiscal incentive application portal with a notarized affidavit, self-attested certification copies, invoices/receipts and bank statements.

Best suited for

Startups seeking to obtain CE/ISO/CMMi or similar quality certifications to access larger enterprise or export customers.

Official links

Fiscal incentive application portal https://registration.eitbt.karnataka.gov.in/ktechregistration/dist/#/auth/login

Karnataka state scheme, summarised from the Karnataka Startup Policy 2025-2030 and its operational manual, last reviewed 2026-09-08. Amounts and eligibility are indicative — always confirm against the live scheme guideline before acting.