Centre Relaxes Three-Year Viability Norms for Deep-Tech Startups Under DSIR Funding Program
Published on: Jan. 4, 2026, 11:34 p.m. | Source: scanx.trade
The Centre has relaxed funding norms for deep-tech startups under the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research, removing the three-year viability requirement for accessing up to ₹1 crore under the Industrial Research and Development Promotion Program. Union Science and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh announced this policy change during DSIR's 42nd foundation day, emphasizing it will help startups scale faster while maintaining technological maturity standards. The move complements the broader ₹1 lakh crore Research, Development and Innovation fund and existing support schemes across multiple government departments.
