How to Apply for ADITI 2.0 (Acing Development of Innovative Technologies with iDEX) - Defence Grant
ADITI 2.0 (Acing Development of Innovative Technologies with iDEX) - Defence Grant accepts applications online through the official portal before the Closed (30 Oct 2025) deadline. Follow the steps below — and always confirm the latest details on the official source before you apply.
How to apply
Applications are submitted on the . Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.
Selection process
Proposals are submitted online via the iDEX portal against a specific Problem Statement. Evaluation focuses on technical feasibility, innovation quotient, and the team's ability to deliver a deployable defence solution. Innovations that promise a scientific methodology — like the Adaptive Camouflage exemplar — and align with Armed Forces requirements are prioritised. Shortlisted startups/MSMEs are granted the ADC (ADITI) funding, with milestones tied to product development stages.