Developing Innovation for India’s Defence Technologies Initiative (ADITI)
The Indian military Minister introduced the ADITI (Acing Development of Innovative Technologies with iDEX) programme on March 4, 2024, with the goal of fostering the next generation of innovators and talent in the field of military technologies. This is everything you should know about the ADITI programme.
The Indian Defence Minister, Rajnath Singh, introduced the ADITI programme on March 4, 2024, during Def Connect 2024 in New Delhi. The programme was started with the goal of increasing research and development for defence technologies.
The Department of Defence Production (DDP) will oversee the Acing Development of Innovative Technologies with iDEX (ADITI) programme, which is a component of iDEX (Innovations for Defence Excellence) with the Defence Innovation Organisation (DIO).
As stated by the Minister of Defence, in order for us to advance as a developed nation, we must adopt new technology as they become available. This programme will make our nation a knowledge society.
The ADITI Scheme would run from 2023–2024 to 2025–2026, with a total budget of Rs 750 crore allocated for its implementation and execution.
Young entrepreneurs and innovators who meet the program’s eligibility requirements would get up to Rs 25 crore in funding for the creation and study of vital and strategic defence technologies.
The goal of this Defence Ministry programme is to encourage young people to pursue innovation and research while also highlighting the role that startups and innovators play in the creation of cutting-edge defence technologies.
Innovative Technology Development with iDEX) Programme
commenced on March 4, 2024
Declared by Rajnath Singh, the Minister of Defence Duration: 2023–2024–2025–2026
The Department of Defence Production (DDP), Ministries of Defence, has a budget of Rs 750 crore and a framework that aims to promote innovations in essential and strategic defence technologies.
Contribution of Rs. 25 crore
Application Deadline: April 4, 2024
Principal Aspects of the Aditi Programme
For innovators, there are numerous highlights and goals associated with the ADITI Scheme. Let’s talk about each of these:
The programme attempts to produce the thirty essential and cutting-edge technologies required for India’s national security. A tool known as the “Technology Watch Tool” is available to view the technology that the armed forces require.
The 17 problems from the various Indian military agency branches will be covered in the Scheme’s inaugural edition. The division of challenges among India’s defence agencies:
The Defence Agency’s nameNumber of Statements Concerning the Problem
Defence Space Agency 4 Indian Army 3 Indian Navy 5 Indian Air Force 5
In order to support young innovators and assist them in developing their ideas into new technologies, the government will increase iDEX assistance under the Scheme from Rs 1.5 crore to Rs 10 crore.
Up to Rs 25 crore in funding will be given to the inventors for the development of 50% of the final product.
The plan makes the goal of independence in defence manufacturing stronger. Through this programme, the government encourages native talent and technology to excel and support the Made in India philosophy. Perhaps in the future, we will be able to sell defensive technologies to other countries and establish ourselves as a major force in the global defence industry.
The ADITI Plan
Qualifications for the ADITI Programme
The following eligibility requirements can be checked by innovators or startups hoping to benefit from the plan to see if they qualify for the ADITI scheme:
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry’s DPIIT (Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade) ought to acknowledge your startup.
The Companies Act 1956/2013 must be applied to the company.
Individual inventors are also eligible to apply for the ADITI programme. After being chosen, they must register as a Startup or MSME, though.
In what way may I apply for the ADITI Scheme?
You must apply for the ADITI plan before April 4, 2024, in order to be eligible to receive benefits from it. To apply for the ADITI scheme, take the following actions:
Visit iDEX’s official website. [Disc-category: 41] at https://idex.gov.in
Locate the blue “APPLY NOW” button by swiping down.
When you click on it, the ADITI scheme application form will open on your screen.
Now, thoroughly fill out the form with your name, category, and other information, then upload your pitch deck for the task you want to work on.
Make sure you apply and thoroughly fill out all the required information.
The DIO-iDEX will assess your application, and following due diligence, you will obtain the application’s final acceptance.
The ADITI Scheme is an attempt to support inventors and develop the cutting-edge technologies needed for India’s armed forces to realise the nation’s aim of self-reliance.
