{"id":44839,"date":"2026-01-12T17:42:39","date_gmt":"2026-01-12T12:12:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=44839"},"modified":"2026-01-12T17:42:41","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T12:12:41","slug":"deep-tech-startup-support","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/","title":{"rendered":"Deep-Tech Startup Support: Govt Relaxes DSIR Norms to Boost Innovation in India"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_87 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/#Deep-tech_startup_support_strengthened_as_India_relaxes_DSIR_norms_removing_three-year_operational_rule_and_enabling_early-stage_ventures_to_receive_up_to_%E2%82%B91_crore_funding\" >Deep-tech startup support strengthened as India relaxes DSIR norms, removing three-year operational rule and enabling early-stage ventures to receive up to \u20b91 crore funding.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/#Government_Eases_DSIR_Norms_to_Boost_Deep-Tech_Startups_in_India\" >Government Eases DSIR Norms to Boost Deep-Tech Startups in India<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/#Introduction_Major_Policy_Change_to_Aid_Innovation\" >Introduction: Major Policy Change to Aid Innovation<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/#What_Are_Deep-Tech_Startups\" >What Are Deep-Tech Startups?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/#Key_Government_Announcement\" >Key Government Announcement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/#Support_and_Funding_Provisions\" >Support and Funding Provisions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/#Expected_Impact_on_Innovation_Ecosystem\" >Expected Impact on Innovation Ecosystem<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/#Why_This_News_Is_Important_for_Competitive_Exams\" >Why This News Is Important for Competitive Exams<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/#Significance_of_the_Policy_Change\" >Significance of the Policy Change<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/#Relevance_to_Indias_Economic_and_Technological_Goals\" >Relevance to India\u2019s Economic and Technological Goals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/#Impact_on_Competitive_Exam_Syllabus\" >Impact on Competitive Exam Syllabus<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/#Historical_Context_Indias_Deep-Tech_Ecosystem_and_Policy_Evolution\" >Historical Context: India\u2019s Deep-Tech Ecosystem and Policy Evolution<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/#Early_Stage_Startup_Support_Framework\" >Early Stage Startup Support Framework<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/#Previous_DSIR_Support_Mechanism\" >Previous DSIR Support Mechanism<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/#Evolving_Innovation_Policies\" >Evolving Innovation Policies<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/#Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CGovt_Relaxes_DSIR_Norms_to_Boost_Deep-Tech_Startups%E2%80%9D\" >Key Takeaways from \u201cGovt Relaxes DSIR Norms to Boost Deep-Tech Startups\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/#1_What_are_deep%E2%80%91tech_startups\" >1. What are deep\u2011tech startups?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/#2_What_change_has_the_government_made_in_DSIR_norms\" >2. What change has the government made in DSIR norms?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/#3_How_much_financial_support_can_eligible_startups_receive\" >3. How much financial support can eligible startups receive?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/#4_Why_is_this_policy_important_for_Indias_innovation_ecosystem\" >4. Why is this policy important for India\u2019s innovation ecosystem?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/#5_Which_government_fund_complements_the_DSIR_support_scheme\" >5. Which government fund complements the DSIR support scheme?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/#6_Who_announced_the_relaxation_of_DSIR_norms\" >6. Who announced the relaxation of DSIR norms?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/#7_Are_startups_still_required_to_meet_any_criteria\" >7. Are startups still required to meet any criteria?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-tech-startup-support\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Deep-tech_startup_support_strengthened_as_India_relaxes_DSIR_norms_removing_three-year_operational_rule_and_enabling_early-stage_ventures_to_receive_up_to_%E2%82%B91_crore_funding\"><\/span>Deep-tech startup support strengthened as India relaxes DSIR norms, removing three-year operational rule and enabling early-stage ventures to receive up to \u20b91 crore funding.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Government_Eases_DSIR_Norms_to_Boost_Deep-Tech_Startups_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Government Eases DSIR Norms to Boost Deep-Tech Startups in India<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction_Major_Policy_Change_to_Aid_Innovation\"><\/span><strong>Introduction: Major Policy Change to Aid Innovation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Government of India has announced a significant reform aimed at strengthening the deep-tech startup ecosystem. The Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR), under the Ministry of Science &amp; Technology, has relaxed a key eligibility requirement for startups seeking financial assistance and official recognition. This move is expected to accelerate technological innovation in India\u2019s emerging sectors such as artificial intelligence (AI), biotechnology, robotics, advanced materials, and space-tech.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Deep-Tech_Startups\"><\/span><strong>What Are Deep-Tech Startups?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Deep-tech startups are ventures that focus on disruptive and cutting-edge technologies that require high research and development (R&amp;D). Unlike conventional tech startups that focus on software or services, deep-tech enterprises often work on hardware, science-intensive research, and long-term technology development. Examples include quantum computing, advanced medical devices, robotics, semiconductors, and renewable energy technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Government_Announcement\"><\/span><strong>Key Government Announcement<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the occasion of the 42nd Foundation Day of the DSIR, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced that the government has <strong>scrapped the mandatory three-year existence criterion<\/strong> for deep-tech startups seeking financial support under the DSIR\u2019s Industrial Research and Development Promotion Programme (IRDPP). Previously, startups needed to operate for at least three years before becoming eligible for assistance. With this requirement removed, early-stage deep-tech ventures can now apply for recognition and funding much sooner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Support_and_Funding_Provisions\"><\/span><strong>Support and Funding Provisions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under revised norms, eligible deep-tech startups can receive <strong>financial assistance of up to \u20b91 crore<\/strong> through the DSIR\u2019s programme \u2014 even without three years of operational history. However, startups must still demonstrate technological maturity and innovation potential to qualify. The reform complements India\u2019s <strong>\u20b91 lakh crore Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Fund<\/strong>, aimed at supporting research and innovation across sectors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Expected_Impact_on_Innovation_Ecosystem\"><\/span><strong>Expected Impact on Innovation Ecosystem<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This policy shift is expected to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Provide <strong>early momentum and risk capital<\/strong> to promising innovators and entrepreneurs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduce bureaucratic hurdles for tech-driven startups during their critical early phase.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enable <strong>faster commercialization<\/strong> of new technologies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encourage innovation in strategic sectors with national importance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Experts believe this initiative reflects the government\u2019s confidence in Indian startups and its commitment to nurturing a globally competitive innovation ecosystem. India aims not just for self-reliance but to become a leader in frontier technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"Deep-Tech-Startup-Support\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"Deep-Tech Startup Support\" title=\"Deep-Tech Startup Support\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Deep-Tech Startup Support<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Is_Important_for_Competitive_Exams\"><\/span><strong>Why This News Is Important for Competitive Exams<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_of_the_Policy_Change\"><\/span><strong>Significance of the Policy Change<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The removal of the three-year eligibility condition for deep-tech startups is a <strong>significant reform<\/strong> in India\u2019s innovation policy framework. It directly influences the startup ecosystem \u2014 particularly in sectors that require prolonged research and capital investment. This move addresses one of the major pain points for early-stage deep-tech ventures: <strong>access to institutional funding and recognition at a crucial growth stage<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_to_Indias_Economic_and_Technological_Goals\"><\/span><strong>Relevance to India\u2019s Economic and Technological Goals<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India has been making concerted efforts to strengthen its position in future technologies. The government\u2019s focus on innovation aligns with the objectives of the <strong>Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India)<\/strong> initiative and the broader <strong>National Innovation Framework<\/strong>. By enabling startups to access funds sooner, the policy encourages a culture of innovation, risk-taking, and high-impact research \u2014 all of which are critical for long-term economic and strategic growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Impact_on_Competitive_Exam_Syllabus\"><\/span><strong>Impact on Competitive Exam Syllabus<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This news is relevant to sections on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Government Policies and Interventions<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Startup India Mission &amp; Innovation Ecosystems<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Economy &amp; Industrial Development<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Science and Technology Initiatives<\/strong><br>Understanding such reforms helps aspirants answer questions related to economic growth, innovation policy, and the role of government in fostering R&amp;D and entrepreneurship.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context_Indias_Deep-Tech_Ecosystem_and_Policy_Evolution\"><\/span><strong>Historical Context: India\u2019s Deep-Tech Ecosystem and Policy Evolution<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Early_Stage_Startup_Support_Framework\"><\/span><strong>Early Stage Startup Support Framework<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India\u2019s startup policy evolved significantly after the launch of the <strong>Startup India initiative in 2016<\/strong>, which offered tax benefits, simplified compliance, and funding support mechanisms. However, deep-tech startups, which require longer gestation periods and heavy research investments, faced unique challenges due to restrictive eligibility criteria for institutional support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Previous_DSIR_Support_Mechanism\"><\/span><strong>Previous DSIR Support Mechanism<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR) has historically played a crucial role in supporting R&amp;D and innovation in the industrial sector. Its Industrial Research and Development Promotion Programme (IRDPP) offered financial incentives to startups demonstrating sustainability and viability \u2014 benchmarks that traditionally included a minimum <strong>three-year operational period<\/strong>. This rule often excluded many promising early-stage ventures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evolving_Innovation_Policies\"><\/span><strong>Evolving Innovation Policies<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over time, the government expanded its support ecosystem through various schemes managed by departments like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>Department of Science &amp; Technology (DST)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Council of Scientific &amp; Industrial Research (CSIR)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Technology Development Board (TDB)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Research, Development and Innovation Fund (RDI Fund)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These changes indicated a gradual shift toward fostering <strong>inclusive and early-stage support<\/strong> for high-impact technological innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CGovt_Relaxes_DSIR_Norms_to_Boost_Deep-Tech_Startups%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><strong>Key Takeaways from \u201cGovt Relaxes DSIR Norms to Boost Deep-Tech Startups\u201d<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>S. No.<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Takeaway<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>Government removed the mandatory <em>three-year existence<\/em> requirement for deep-tech startups under DSIR.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>Startups can now avail financial support of up to <strong>\u20b91 crore<\/strong> without waiting three years.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>The policy was announced on the <strong>42nd Foundation Day of DSIR<\/strong> by Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>Startups must still meet <em>evaluation standards linked to technological maturity<\/em>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>The move is expected to <strong>boost innovation and accelerate commercialization<\/strong> of advanced technologies.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Deep-Tech Startup Support<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_are_deep%E2%80%91tech_startups\"><\/span><strong>1. What are deep\u2011tech startups?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Deep\u2011tech startups are ventures that focus on cutting\u2011edge technologies and innovations requiring extensive research, such as AI, robotics, biotechnology, semiconductors, and advanced materials. They differ from regular tech startups as they emphasize hardware, science-driven solutions, and long-term R&amp;D.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_change_has_the_government_made_in_DSIR_norms\"><\/span><strong>2. What change has the government made in DSIR norms?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The government has removed the <strong>mandatory three-year operational period<\/strong> for deep-tech startups seeking financial assistance and recognition from the DSIR, allowing early-stage startups to access funding sooner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_How_much_financial_support_can_eligible_startups_receive\"><\/span><strong>3. How much financial support can eligible startups receive?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Eligible deep-tech startups can receive up to <strong>\u20b91 crore<\/strong> under the DSIR Industrial Research and Development Promotion Programme (IRDPP) without meeting the previous three-year requirement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Why_is_this_policy_important_for_Indias_innovation_ecosystem\"><\/span><strong>4. Why is this policy important for India\u2019s innovation ecosystem?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It encourages early-stage startups to pursue high-impact technologies, accelerates commercialization of innovations, reduces bureaucratic hurdles, and supports strategic sectors critical for India\u2019s economy and global competitiveness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Which_government_fund_complements_the_DSIR_support_scheme\"><\/span><strong>5. Which government fund complements the DSIR support scheme?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Fund<\/strong>, worth \u20b91 lakh crore, complements DSIR funding by supporting research and innovation across multiple sectors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Who_announced_the_relaxation_of_DSIR_norms\"><\/span><strong>6. Who announced the relaxation of DSIR norms?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Union Minister <strong>Dr. Jitendra Singh<\/strong> announced the policy change on the <strong>42nd Foundation Day of DSIR<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Are_startups_still_required_to_meet_any_criteria\"><\/span><strong>7. 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