Technology Translation, and Innovation (TTI) Division

The Technology Translation, and Innovation (TTI) Division of Department of Science and Technology (DST) plays a pivotal role in driving scientific and technological advancements in the country. A key component of the TTI Division is the National Initiative for Developing and Harnessing Innovations (NIDHI) Program, which focuses on nurturing start-ups and individual innovators. This program exemplifies the division’s commitment to translating research into practical applications, fostering innovation, and promoting entrepreneurship in technology. The TTI Division facilitates collaborations with industry and academia, supports policy development in science and technology, and provides crucial funding for innovative projects and for conversion of Proof-of-Concepts for technologies /techniques/ processes/ products into advanced prototypes for validation and demonstration. The Division has also supported many projects for the development of instruments/devices/technologies at various R&D institutions.