IN-SPACe, Department of Space

Space Technology Adoption Fund (TAF)

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Stage: TRL advancement
Indicative amount: ₹500 cr fund; up to ₹25 cr per project

What it is for

Moves Indian space technologies from lab-validated concept (TRL 3/4) to commercially deployable (TRL 7/8).

Who can apply

Space-sector startups, MSMEs, and industry with a project past early research — Indian management/control required.

What you get

Funding covering up to 60% of project cost for startups/MSMEs (40% for large industry), up to ₹25 crore per project.

How to apply

Respond to a periodic Call for Proposals on the IN-SPACe Digital Platform (IDP).

Best suited for

A space-tech company with a lab-proven technology needing funding to reach commercial deployment.

Official links

IN-SPACe — Technology Adoption Fund https://www.inspace.gov.in/inspace?id=inspace_taf

Summarised from official sources, last reviewed 2026-09-07. Amounts and eligibility are indicative — always confirm against the live scheme guideline before acting.