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Technology Development Board — Funding

Low-interest loans and equity support to commercialise indigenous technology; also runs bilateral calls (e.g. India–Finland).

Funding
Soft loan / equity / grant — varies
Last date
Rolling — apply any time
Provider
TDB, Dept of Science & Technology
Open for
Equity
Debt
Source
Government

Who can apply

  • Indian company commercialising a technology

What you get

  • Soft loans at concessional interest
  • Equity / grant in select calls

Low-interest loans and equity support to commercialise indigenous technology; also runs bilateral calls (e.g. India–Finland). Rolling applications plus periodic calls.

Quick answers

What is the last date to apply for Technology Development Board — Funding?

There is no fixed deadline; applications are accepted on a rolling basis or in periodic calls.

How much funding does Technology Development Board — Funding offer?

Soft loan / equity / grant — varies.

Does Technology Development Board — Funding take equity?

No. It is debt funding that has to be repaid; founders keep ownership.

Who can apply for Technology Development Board — Funding?

Indian company commercialising a technology.

Who runs Technology Development Board — Funding?

TDB, Dept of Science & Technology, open to startups across India.

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Compiled by Abhishek Kapahi — The Fund Guy Abhishek Kapahi, founder of Scaler Bee, has helped 154 startups raise funds and win grants. Details checked against the official source. Last updated 4 Nov 2026.

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