The Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, and Technology Development Board (TDB), Finland, have jointly launched the India-Finland Joint Innovation Call 2026 to support high-impact, industry-driven R&D projects.
This call focuses on innovation, commercialization, and international collaboration and aims to strengthen technological partnerships between India and Finland.
The Technology Development Board will manage the program on behalf of DST in India. Interested researchers can submit their research proposals online by 28 August 2026.
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| Program | India-Finland Joint Innovation Call 2026 |
| Funding Body | Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, and Technology Development Board (TDB), Finland |
| Funding Amount | Up to ₹2.5 crore per project |
| Maximum Project Funding | 24 months |
| Last Date | 28 August 2026 |
Priority Areas
1. Sustainable Energy
Focus on next-generation clean and efficient energy solutions:
- Renewable energy
- Hydrogen technologies
- Electric vehicles (EVs)
- Carbon capture
- Energy storage
- Smart cities
- Waste-to-energy
- DERMS & Virtual Power Plants (VPP)
- Heat pumps
2. Advanced Digital Technologies
Driving the future of digital innovation:
- 5G/6G networks
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Data analytics
- Virtual worlds
3. Microelectronics & Power Electronics
Key enabling technologies:
- MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems)
- Sensors
Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Launch Date | 1 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (India) | 28 August 2026 (till 4:00 PM IST) |
| Last Date to Apply (Finland) | 28 August 2026 (till 23:59 local time) |
| Expected Project Start | January 2027 |