Last Updated: 17 Oct 2025

Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF) Scheme

Launched in 2022 by USOF, the scheme funds R&D in rural communication technology applications. It fosters collaboration among academia, startups, research institutes, and industry for innovative solutions.

  • Purpose: To fundR&D inrural-specific communicationtechnologyapplications and form synergies among academia, start-ups, research institutes, and the industry.
  • Background: Launched by Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF), a body under Department of Telecommunications in 2022.
  • Finanacial Incentive: The scheme entails grants to Indian entities to encourage and induct indigenous technologies tailor-made to meet domestic needs.
  • Implementation Agency: TCOE India (Telecom Centres of Excellence India) and C-DOT.
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