India-Canada Collaborative Industrial R&D Programme 2025
by Department of Science & Technology
The India-Canada Collaborative Industrial R&D Programme is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for joint projects between Indian and Canadian companies, research and development (R&D) organizations, and academic institutions. The program aims to support innovative, market-oriented R&D projects that lead to new products, processes, or services. It provides a non-dilutive grant of up to Rs. 1.5 crore or 50% of the Indian project cost (whichever is lower) for a maximum period of 24 months. The funding
About this scheme
The India-Canada Collaborative Industrial R&D Programme is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for joint projects between Indian and Canadian companies, research and development (R&D) organizations, and academic institutions. The program aims to support innovative, market-oriented R&D projects that lead to new products, processes, or services. It provides a non-dilutive grant of up to Rs. 1.5 crore or 50% of the Indian project cost (whichever is lower) for a maximum period of 24 months. The funding is a non-dilutive grant, with support provided to Indian industry on a reimbursement basis and to R&D and Academic institutions on a reimbursement/advance basis.
Who can apply
- The Indian Project Lead (IPL) must be a commercial (for-profit) company registered under the Indian Companies Act 1956/2013, which is headquartered and operates in India.
- At least 51% ownership of the IPL must be held by Indian citizens.
- The IPL should have the required expertise and team capacity.
- Sole proprietors, One Person Company (OPC) and partnership firms are not eligible.
- Companies headquartered and owned outside India, or their Indian subsidiaries, are not eligible for funding from DST.
- The IPL should lead the project and can include other industry partners or academic/R&D institutions as part of a consortium.
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How much funding does India-Canada Collaborative Industrial R&D Programme 2025 provide?
India-Canada Collaborative Industrial R&D Programme 2025 provides up to Rs. 1.5 Cr. The exact amount sanctioned depends on the proposal and the evaluation by the program authority.
Is India-Canada Collaborative Industrial R&D Programme 2025 currently accepting applications?
Applications currently closed. Always confirm the current window with the program authority before preparing your application.
Does India-Canada Collaborative Industrial R&D Programme 2025 take equity?
No. This program is listed as equity-free, which means the funding does not dilute your shareholding. Review the official terms for any debt or convertible components.
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