Technology Development Board (TDB) Financial Assistance

Open all year Technology Development Board, Department of Science and Technology All of India

Loan

Loan at 5% interest for up to 50% of project cost (70% for startups)

Apply on the official site

What it funds: Low interest loan to commercialise an indigenous technology
Who can apply: Company incorporated under the Companies Act
Indigenous technology ready to commercialise
Startups need DPIIT recognition for the 70% share
Project assets are pledged as security
When you can apply: Open all year
How to apply: Apply online on the TDB portal at any time of the year
Best for: Prototype, Early revenue, Growth stage
Run by: Government of India

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