Paytm for Startups

Paytm is an Indian payments company. Its Paytm for Startups program gives early-stage startups INR 6 lakh of commission-free payment acceptance over 6 months.

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Paytm for Startups is a banking and fintech perk from Paytm, offering INR 6 lakh commission-free payments over 6 months, for startups in India.

Value: INR 6 lakh
Who qualifies: Any startup
Benefit type: Credits
Terms: Verified

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What you get

Inside Paytm for Startups

Paytm for Startups gives eligible early-stage startups free credits on GMV worth INR 6 lakh on the Paytm Payment Gateway, Ads, Mini Apps and Banking. For payments that means INR 6 lakh worth of commission-free payment acceptance for 6 months (INR 1 lakh a month). Other listed benefits are priority support, waived set-up charges, waived maintenance charges and T+1 default account settlements. The offer applies to first-time Payment Gateway customers, and the startup must be registered with a national or state-level startup program such as an incubator, Startup India or DPIIT.

Source: The provider's official program page

Eligibility

Who it's for

India First-time Payment Gateway customers Startup India or DPIIT registration

Funding / backing: Any startup
Geography: India
Recurring / expiry: 6 months of commission-free acceptance (INR 1 lakh a month).
Other requirements: First-time Payment Gateway customers only. The startup must be registered with a national or state-level startup program (for example an incubator, Startup India or DPIIT).

How to claim

How to apply for Paytm for Startups

What to have ready

Your incorporation details (EIN or company registration)

Steps to apply

1Use the Get Started or sign-up option on the Paytm for Startups page and register for the Payment Gateway.

Good to know: The commission-free allowance is INR 1 lakh of payments a month for 6 months; the page does not say what rate applies above that.

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Source: The provider's official program page

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Questions

Paytm for Startups: common questions

What do you get with Paytm for Startups?

Paytm for Startups offers INR 6 lakh commission-free payments over 6 months.

Who qualifies for Paytm for Startups?

Paytm for Startups is for startups in India. First-time Payment Gateway customers only. The startup must be registered with a national or state-level startup program (for example an incubator, Startup India or DPIIT).

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Paytm for Startups?

No. Paytm for Startups is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.

How do I apply for Paytm for Startups?

Use the Get Started or sign-up option on the Paytm for Startups page and register for the Payment Gateway.

How long do I have to use Paytm for Startups, and does it expire?

6 months of commission-free acceptance (INR 1 lakh a month).

Is Paytm for Startups available outside the US?

Paytm for Startups is available in India.