Call for proposal on Building India-US partnership to drive innovation in Critical Minerals and Quantum Technology [Last Date: 31/07/2026]

IUSSTF : https://iusstf.org 

Objective: Through a competitive grants program, the USISTEF selects and supports promising joint U.S.-India technology innovation and entrepreneurial initiatives that are commercially viable and socially relevant. These joint initiatives can originate from U.S. and Indian entities including startups, government, academic, or commercial endeavors, and any combination thereof provided they focus on applied R&D, incorporate a business plan and proof of commercial concept, and have significant sustainable commercial potential. 

Area of Focus:

• Technologies demonstrating advanced levels of innovation.
• Technologies having higher commercialization potential or technology readiness levels (TRL).
• Breakthrough technologies that address critical societal challenges.

Proposal Details Links: https://endowment.iusstf.org/login 

Submission Window: July 31, 2026 

Fellowship Duration: 24 months 

Financial Support: INR 1,50,000,00/- (INR 15 Million or approx. USD $1,65,000*) per project