Central GovernmentEmployment

Technology Development Fund (TDF) Scheme

✓ Information verified — June 2026
Ministry Of Defence

Technology Development Fund (TDF) has been established to promote self-reliance in Defence Technology as a part of the 'Make in India' initiative.

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What You Get

  • Financial assistance for defence technology research and development projects
  • Support for developing indigenous defence applications and systems
  • Access to funding to reduce dependence on imported defence technology
  • Opportunity to contribute to India's defence sector self-reliance

Who Can Apply

  • Age: 18–100 years
  • Must be a registered MSME (Micro, Small, or Medium Enterprise) or startup
  • Should be working on defence technology development projects
  • Must be willing to develop solutions for defence applications
  • Indian company or organization with valid business registration

Documents Needed

0/6 collected

  1. 1. Business Registration Certificate
  2. 2. Aadhaar Card
  3. 3. Bank Passbook
  4. 4. Project Proposal Document
  5. 5. Company PAN Card
  6. 6. Technical Qualifications

How to Apply

  1. 1Check your eligibility criteria above
  2. 2Gather all required documents listed below
  3. 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
  4. 4Fill the application form online / offline
  5. 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
  6. 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
OR visit your nearest CSC (Common Service Centre) Find nearest CSC

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Quick Facts

Scheme Level
Central Government
Ministry
Ministry Of Defence
Category
Employment
Target Gender
All genders
Age Group
18–100 years
Application
Check portal
Last Updated
14 Jun 2026

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Official Source

Last Verified

14 June 2026

Nodal Ministry

Ministry Of Defence

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