National Grassroots Innovation and Outstanding Traditional Knowledge Awards
✓ Information verified — June 2026National Innovation Foundation (NIF)-India, an autonomous body of the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, invites entries of unaided technological innovations and traditional knowledge developed at grassroots by an individual (Citizen of India) or group.
What You Get
- Recognition and award for your innovation or traditional knowledge
- National-level visibility for your work
- Certificate of appreciation
- Opportunity to showcase your innovation at national forums
Who Can Apply
- Age: 17–100 years
- Must be an Indian citizen
- Can be an individual or a group
- Innovation or traditional knowledge must be developed at grassroots level
- Must be unaided (developed without institutional support)
- Open to all age groups and backgrounds
Documents Needed
0/5 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Citizenship Proof
- 3. Innovation Details Document
- 4. Bank Account Details
- 5. Contact Information Form
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Central Government
- Ministry
- Ministry Of Science And Technology
- Category
- Social Welfare
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 17–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/ngiaotkNodal Ministry
Ministry Of Science And Technology
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