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National Technology Awards

The National Technology Awards refer to an event or program that recognizes and celebrates technological innovation and excellence across various industries within a particular country.

Authority

Central

Region

Central Government

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- National Technology Award (Main): ₹25,00,000/- and a trophy. | - National Technology Awards (MSME): ₹15,00,000/- | - National Technology Awards (Start-up): ₹15,00,000/- | - National Technology Awards (Translational Research): ₹5,00,000/- and a trophy. | - National Technology Awards (Technology Business Incubator): ₹5,00,000/-

Who can apply

Only private and Public limited companies Registered under companies Act 1956/2013 at Registrar of Companies (ROC) may apply.; Under technology startup category, only startup with DPIIT registration to be considered eligible.; Women-led enterprise as per Government of India norms.; Regular position in Indian Institute of repute.; Patents / Technology transfer / Licensed to Indian Industry.; Technology commercialized by the Industry partner and Earning revenue.; Socio- economic Impact of the Innovation; TBI- Application are invited from Indian organizations/ Institutions such as science and Technology Entrepreneurs Park, Technology parks, Technology business Incubators, Incubation Centers, Software Technology Parks etc. actively involved in nurturing technology-based startups through business incubation processes aided by specialized infrastructure, technical support, mentoring, business facilities, marketing, financial, legal and investment services.; TBI - Organization should be in operation for more than 5 years (i.e. registered on or before March, 2017) (This award is only for organizations (not for profit entity) and not for an individual. Application for award received from an individual will not be considered.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What are the National Technology Awards?

The National Technology Awards are an annual event that recognizes and celebrates technological innovation and excellence across various industries within a country.

In which categories are honored under National Technology Award?

There are 4 categories | - National Technology Award (Main). | - National Technology Awards (MSME). | - National Technology Awards (Start-up). | - National Technology Awards (Translational Research). | - National Technology Awards (Technology Business Incubator).

How many awards are honored under each categories ?

- National Technology Award (Main): 1 | - National Technology Awards (MSME): 3 | - National Technology Awards (Start-up): 5 | - National Technology Awards (Translational Research): 2 | - National Technology Awards (Technology Business Incubator): 1

What is the selection process ?

The Awards are evaluated by the panel of eminent scientist, technocrats and researchers nominated by DST, GoI.

What are benefits are provided under the scheme?

Financial assistance are provided.

How much financial assisance are provided ?

- National Technology Award (Main): [?]25,00,000/- and a trophy. | - National Technology Awards (MSME): [?]15,00,000/- | - National Technology Awards (Start-up): [?]15,00,000/- | - National Technology Awards (Translational Research): [?]5,00,000/- and a trophy. | - National Technology Awards (Technology Business Incubator): [?]5,00,000/-

What are the eligibility crietria for the For "National Technology Award (Main), MSME & Start-up" categories ?

- Only private and Public limited companies Registered under companies Act 1956/2013 at Registrar of Companies (ROC) may apply | - Under technology startup category, only startup with DPIIT registration to be considered eligible. | - Women-led enterprise as per Government of India norms.

What are the eligibility crietria for the For "National Technology Award (Translational Research)" category?

- Regular position in Indian Institute of repute. | - Patents / Technology transfer / Licensed to Indian Industry. | - Technology commercialized by the Industry partner and Earning revenue. | - Socio- economic impact of the Innovation.

What the process to get the scheme benefits?

- Firstly, applicant need to register them self. | - Login again and fill out the application form.

What is the official URL for registration?

Follow the below URL | Link : https://awards.gov.in/Registration/SignUp