Call for R&DI Funding Proposals

Technology Innovation Hub on Autonomous Navigation (TiHAN), IIT Hyderabad

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Details

Amount

Upto: ₹15 lakh

Deadline

January 20, 2026

Provider

Technology Innovation Hub on Autonomous Navigation (TiHAN), IIT Hyderabad

Type

funding

About this Opportunity

The DST NMICPS Technology Innovation Hub on Autonomous Navigation and Data Acquisition Systems (TiHAN) at IIT Hyderabad invites R&DI funding proposals to advance autonomous navigation and data acquisition technologies.

The program focuses on translational research with strong commercialization potential, supported through close industry–academia collaboration. Selected projects will be funded for a duration of 12 months and are expected to deliver tangible technological outcomes aligned with national priorities in autonomous systems.

The initiative covers more than nine thrust areas, including autonomous platforms, UAVs, ROVs, AI/ML, robotics, edge computing, cyber-physical systems, communications, standards, regulations, and long-term technology roadmapping.

Eligibility

Faculty members, scientists, and researchers from universities and academic institutions.

Registered scientific societies, R&DI institutions, and laboratories.

Autonomous R&DI organizations and government laboratories.

Applicants must have approval from the competent authority at their institution and possess adequate infrastructure to carry out the proposed R&DI activities.

Application Process

  • Prepare the project proposal.
  • Obtain an endorsement letter signed by the Head of Institution.
  • Combine the proposal and endorsement letter into a single consolidated PDF.
  • Submit the single PDF through the official application link given below
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