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. It is a programme of the Ministry of Defence executed by the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) to meet the requirements of the Tri-Services, Defence Production and DRDO. The Scheme encourages participation of public/private industries, especially MSMEs and startups, so as to create an ecosystem for enhancing cutting-edge technology capability in the defence sector.
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Check Eligibility
Review all eligibility criteria on this page — turnover, Udyam class, sector, and special conditions.
Prepare Documents
Gather the items from the document checklist above. Incomplete documents are the most common rejection reason.
Submit Application
Apply via the official government portal or the implementing agency listed on this page.
Verification
Officials verify your application and documents. Respond promptly to any queries to avoid delays.
Approval
Receive a sanction letter or approval communication from the implementing agency.
Disbursement
Subsidy or loan credited to your designated bank account (typically 30–90 days after approval).
These are general steps. Check the official portal for scheme-specific requirements.