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DRDO Technology Development Fund (TDF)

Grant Scheme

Government of India scheme run by DRDO (Defence Research & Development Organisation), Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India. Open pan-India.

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Who Can Apply?

Verified criteria and borrower eligibility guidelines set by the Government of India.

Eligible Entities

Government of India scheme run by DRDO (Defence Research & Development Organisation), Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India. Open pan-India.

Program Highlights

Key Features

Core benefits, guarantees, and subsidy structures under this flagship program.

Eligibility Criterion 1

Indian MSMEs/Startups with 51%+ Indian ownership

Eligibility Criterion 2

Must be developing defence or dual-use technologies

Advantages & Subsidies

Scheme Benefits

Grant-in-aid up to ₹10 Cr (90% of project cost)
Additional ₹500 Cr corpus for deep-tech projects
Step-by-Step Guide

Application Process

Step 01

Eligibility Assessment

Verify criteria and documentation requirements.

Step 02

Documentation & DPR

Prepare DPR, project reports and certifications.

Step 03

Portal Submission

File application through designated government portal.

Step 04

Sanction & Benefit

Track scrutiny, nodal verification, and fund disbursement.

Checklist

Documents Required

Keep the following paperwork ready for instant verification and fast processing.

Udyam Registration Certificate
PAN Card & Aadhaar of Promoters
Bank Statements & Financial Statements
Project Report / DPR (if applicable)
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Frequently Asked Questions

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