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 official portal. 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.