Technology Development Fund (TDF), DRDO

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 Rs 50 crore per project; up to 90% of project cost (PIB 2022)

Funding available

DRDO grant-in-aid for MSMEs and startups to develop defence and dual-use technology, with funding per project raised to Rs 50 crore in 2022.

Eligibility Criteria

Indian-controlled MSMEs and DPIIT-recognised startups (incubated at a government-assisted incubator per the playbook) with a defence technology proposal.

What You Get

Grant-in-aid
Milestone-based release
DRDO lab mentorship

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Quick Facts

Governing Body: Defence Research and Development Organisation, Ministry of Defence
Ministry / Dept: MoD
Level: Central Government
Status: Ongoing

Startup Stage

ValidationEarly Revenue

Target Sectors

Defence

DPIIT Recognition Required

This scheme requires your startup to be DPIIT-recognised under the Startup India programme.

How to get DPIIT recognition →