Can Indian companies apply without a Finnish partner?

No. A mandatory bilateral R&D collaboration with a company registered in Finland is required. The Indian company must serve as the designated Indian Project Lead (IPL) for the project.

What types of Indian entities are eligible?

Only commercial for-profit companies registered under the Companies Act 1956 or 2013 with at least 51% Indian ownership and headquarters in India. LLPs, sole proprietorships, OPCs, and traditional partnerships are explicitly not eligible.

How much grant can an Indian company receive?

Up to INR 2.5 crore per project, capped at 50% of the total Indian project cost. Funds are disbursed on a reimbursement basis for already-incurred expenses.

What sectors does this call focus on?

Three strategic sectors: sustainable energy, advanced digital technologies, and microelectronics and power electronics. Projects must be innovative and market-driven, targeting commercialization in global markets.

How do Indian and Finnish teams apply?

Indian and Finnish teams apply separately to their respective agencies. Indian applicants submit through the TDB online portal (e-techcom.tdb.gov.in); Finnish applicants use Business Finland's system. A joint application form and consortium agreement or MoU are required.

Is this a rolling call or is there a fixed deadline?

This is a one-phase, fixed-window call and is not rolling. Check the TDB website for the current submission deadline as the call window is time-limited.

Technology Development Board (TDB) India-Finland Joint Innovation Call 2026 – Up to ₹2.5 Cr

The Technology Development Board (TDB), operating under India's Department of Science & Technology, in collaboration with Business Finland, launched the India-Finland Joint Innovation Call 2026. This initiative aims to foster bilateral research and development partnerships, strengthening technological ties between the two nations. The program supports innovative, market-driven projects focused on developing new products, processes, or enhanced services that will lead to commercialization in global markets.

Indian entities are eligible for grant funding up to INR 2.5 crore per project. This amount is capped at 50% of the total Indian project cost, with disbursement occurring on a reimbursement basis for already-incurred expenses. This funding mechanism is designed to support high-potential deep-tech ventures. The call specifically targets projects within three strategic sectors: sustainable energy, advanced digital technologies, and microelectronics & power electronics. This collaboration is designed to accelerate market entry and drive commercial success for joint R&D outcomes.

Indian and Finnish partners apply separately to their respective agencies in a single-phase process, with a mandatory joint application form and consortium agreement. Projects are evaluated on innovation quality and market-driven potential with a clear pathway to commercialization. Funding decisions are made jointly by TDB and Business Finland for qualifying projects in sustainable energy, advanced digital technologies, or microelectronics.

Grant funding up to INR 2.5 crore (50% of Indian project cost) on a reimbursement basis. Supports innovative, market-driven deep-tech R&D projects in sustainable energy, digital tech, and microelectronics. Fosters India-Finland bilateral partnerships, strengthens technological ties, accelerates market entry, and drives commercialization of joint R&D outcomes.

Technology Development Board (TDB) India-Finland Joint Innovation Call 2026

Technology Development Board (TDB) India-Finland Joint Innovation Call 2026

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