Government rolls out Rs. 203 crore TDIP scheme to boost 6G and indigenous telecom innovation
- IBEF
- April 23, 2026
The Government of India has rolled out a revised Technology Development and Investment Promotion (TDIP) Scheme with an outlay of Rs. 203 crore (US$ 0.02 billion) for the period 2026–31, aimed at strengthening India’s position in global telecom standard-setting and accelerating indigenous innovation. Union Minister for Communications and Development of Northeastern Region Mr. Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, released the revised guidelines, highlighting the scheme’s role in transitioning India from a technology participant to a global standard-setter. The initiative focuses on enabling Indian stakeholders to actively contribute to international telecom frameworks, including next-generation technologies such as 5G Advanced and 6G.
The scheme is designed as a comprehensive support framework to fund participation of Indian entities in global standardisation bodies such as the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), 3GPP and oneM2M. It provides financial assistance for participation in global meetings, submission of technical contributions, leadership roles in study groups and hosting of international events in India. The revised guidelines significantly expand the scope of participation to include startups, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), academia, research institutions and telecom service providers, fostering collaborative innovation across the telecom value chain. Additionally, the scheme will support pilot projects, proof-of-concept initiatives and technology demonstrations to bridge the gap between research and commercial deployment. The initiative is expected to enhance intellectual property creation, improve export potential and strengthen India’s competitiveness in next-generation telecom technologies.
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