India-Sweden Collaborative Industrial R&D Programme
by Department of Science & Technology
This collaborative program is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for joint Indo-Swedish R&D projects focused on technological development and innovative solutions for the green transition in the steel and cement industries. It provides a non-dilutive grant. The grant provides up to 50% of the total project funding for Indian applicants, with a maximum limit of Rs. 1.5 crore per project. Indian companies can receive up to 50% of their eligible costs on a reimbursement basis, while R&D
About this scheme
This collaborative program is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for joint Indo-Swedish R&D projects focused on technological development and innovative solutions for the green transition in the steel and cement industries. It provides a non-dilutive grant. The grant provides up to 50% of the total project funding for Indian applicants, with a maximum limit of Rs. 1.5 crore per project. Indian companies can receive up to 50% of their eligible costs on a reimbursement basis, while R&D organizations/academic institutions may receive up to 100% of their costs. The project duration is up to 24 months, with a strong focus on innovation, market-driven solutions, and eventual commercialization. Learn more about it [here](https://tdb.gov.in/launch-india-sweden-collaborative-industrial-research-development-programme-request-proposal-rfp).
Who can apply
- The Indian Project Coordinator (IPC) must be a commercial (for-profit) company registered under the Indian Companies Act 1956/2013, headquartered and operating in India.
- At least 51% ownership of the IPC must be held by Indian citizens for the entire project duration.
- The IPC must have the required expertise and team capacity.
- Applicants must possess basic infrastructure/test beds and a developed Proof of Concept (PoC).
- Sole proprietors and partnership firms are not eligible.
- Companies headquartered and owned outside India or their subsidiaries are not eligible for DST funding.
- The IPC must lead the project from the Indian side and can include other industry partners or academic/R&D institutions as part of a consortium.
Ready to apply? Get the official link
Applications are submitted directly with Department of Science & Technology, in your own name. Share a few details and we will point you to the official application portal and help you prepare a complete submission.
Here is the official application link
Apply in your own name with Department of Science & Technology. Want a second pair of eyes before you submit? An IncorpX advisor can help you prepare.
Open the official applicationFrequently asked questions
How much funding does India-Sweden Collaborative Industrial R&D Programme provide?
India-Sweden Collaborative Industrial R&D Programme provides up to Rs. 1.5 Cr. The exact amount sanctioned depends on the proposal and the evaluation by the program authority.
Is India-Sweden Collaborative Industrial R&D Programme currently accepting applications?
Applications currently closed. Always confirm the current window with the program authority before preparing your application.
Does India-Sweden Collaborative Industrial R&D Programme 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.
IncorpX is a private platform operated by a private company. It is not a government department, agency or official portal, and it is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of any government body or of any organisation, incubator, accelerator, investor or partner listed in this directory. All program names, logos and trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification only.
This directory is compiled from publicly available official sources and is provided for general information only. It does not constitute legal, financial, tax or professional advice. Funding amounts, eligibility criteria, required documents, deadlines and availability are determined by each program authority and change with every cycle, so the details shown here may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm the current terms on the official program source before you apply or take any decision.
IncorpX charges no fee for the information in this directory and does not collect, process, lodge or submit any application on your behalf. Applications are made by you, in your own name, directly with the respective program authority. IncorpX provides assistance only for application preparation and for related registrations such as company incorporation, DPIIT recognition, MSME (Udyam) and GST. Eligibility, approval, disbursement and selection rest solely with the respective program authority, and IncorpX makes no representation or guarantee as to any outcome.
