The Ministry of Communications (MoC) on April 22, 2026, issued the notification regarding the revised guidelines for Technology Development and Investment Promotion (TDIP) Scheme.
The following has been stated namely: -
• Jyotiraditya M. Scindia released revised guidelines for the Technology Development and Investment Promotion (TDIP) Scheme to boost India’s role in global telecom standards and innovation.
• The scheme has an outlay of ₹203 crore (2026–31) and focuses on advancing next-gen telecom technologies like 5G Advanced and 6G.
• It supports Indian participation in global bodies like the International Telecommunication Union, 3GPP, and oneM2M through funding for meetings, contributions, and leadership roles.
• The scheme expands participation to startups, MSMEs, academia, and industry, and supports pilot projects and technology demonstrations.
• It will be implemented via institutions like Telecommunications Standards Development Society, India, Telecom Centres of Excellence, India, and Telecommunications Consultants India Limited, aiming to strengthen indigenous innovation and global competitiveness.
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