IN-SPACe Technology Adoption Fund (TAF)

Last checked 11 Oct 2026 against the official scheme page. Terms and dates can change, so confirm on the official site before you apply.

Up to 60% of project cost for startups/MSMEs, capped at Rs 25 crore per project

Funding available

Rs 500 crore IN-SPACe fund that part-funds commercialisation of space technologies, moving them from TRL 3/4 to market-ready.

Eligibility Criteria

Indian non-government entities (startups, MSMEs, large industry) with commercially valuable space technology; no overlapping funding from other government departments for the same project.

What You Get

Co-funding of up to 60%

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Quick Facts

Governing Body: IN-SPACe, Department of Space
Ministry / Dept: DoS
Level: Central Government
Status: Ongoing

Startup Stage

ValidationEarly Revenue

Target Sectors

Space