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Technology Development Programme

The Technology Development Programme, managed by the Ministry of Science & Technology, supports startups by funding project proposals from scientists, engineers, and technologists in collaboration with industry and academic institutions. It encourages multi-disciplinary approaches and partnerships among organizations with diverse expertise to enhance technology development efforts across India.

Central

States / UT: All India

Ministry / nodal: Ministry of Science & Technology

Department: Department of Science and Technology

Nodal department: Department of Science and Technology

Scheme for: Startups

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Target beneficiaries: Startups

Tags: startups, Science and Technology

Details

Brief

The primary objective of the Programme is to facilitate and support development of products or techniques/technology aimed at specific end use. The specific objectives of the Programme are to develop and integrate technologies following a holistic approach in identified areas;promote application of modern/advanced technologies to socio-economic problem solving;promote modernization of traditional technologies, tools and skills;facilitate enhancing quality and performance of the traditional/non-traditional items;encourage developments in application of R&D activities; andpromote activities aimed at improving technology, technique, material, methods and other appropriate activities conducive for development of technology status in identified areas.

Eligibility

  • Project Proposals can be submitted for financial support by scientists/engineers/technologists working in academic institutions/registered societies/R&D institutions/laboratories having adequate infrastructure/facilities to carry out technology development work. The Programme encourages multi-disciplinary Proposals envisaging network/collaboration of various Organizations having diverse expertise and facilities for synergistic implementation of the Projects. Participation of industry is encouraged.
  • Project Proposals from academic/R&D Institutions in collaboration with Industry having DSIR recognized R&D Laboratories will be preferred.

Benefits

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Eligibility

  • Project Proposals can be submitted for financial support by scientists/engineers/technologists working in academic institutions/registered societies/R&D institutions/laboratories having adequate infrastructure/facilities to carry out technology development work. The Programme encourages multi-disciplinary Proposals envisaging network/collaboration of various Organizations having diverse expertise and facilities for synergistic implementation of the Projects. Participation of industry is encouraged.
  • Project Proposals from academic/R&D Institutions in collaboration with Industry having DSIR recognized R&D Laboratories will be preferred.

Application Process

Online / portal

Official application / information link: https://dst.gov.in/technology-development-program-tdp

Source listing: https://www.startupindia.gov.in/content/sih/en/government-schemes.html

References

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Documents Required for Government Schemes

Most government schemes require basic documents for verification. While the exact requirements vary, common documents include:

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Residence Proof
  • Bank Account Details
  • Educational Certificates (for student schemes)

How to Apply for Government Schemes?

The application process for government schemes may be online or offline depending on the scheme. In most cases, you can follow these steps:

  1. Check eligibility criteria
  2. Collect required documents
  3. Fill the application form
  4. Submit the application online or at the relevant office
  5. Track application status