A2K+ Studies 2026: Funding for Research Studies
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Quick answer
A2K+ Studies 2026 provides financial support to industry, research institutions and universities for technology studies. Eligible agencies submit proposals to receive funding for manpower, travel, consultation and consumables. Apply by submitting hard copies and a soft copy via email to the Ministry of Science & Technology.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Funding for research studies |
| Ministry / department | Ministry Of Science And Technology |
| Level | Central Government |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The A2K+ Studies programme is a central scheme under the Ministry of Science and Technology that aims to support research studies in emerging technology areas. It provides funding for manpower, travel, consultation fees, contingencies, consumables and overhead charges to eligible agencies such as industry associations, government departments, national R&D institutions, approved universities and institutions with a distinct legal entity. The scheme encourages the dissemination of research findings to industry and academia, fostering the translation of publicly funded research into marketable technologies.
Benefits
- Manpower
- Travel for networking, survey, stakeholder meetings
- Consultation fees for experts
- Contingencies and consumables
- Overhead charges fixed at 15%
- Other items upon TAC recommendation
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Industry Associations including Sectoral Industry Associations, Export Promotion Councils and Chambers of Commerce and Industry
- Central and State Government Departments and their associated bodies including Technical Consultancy Organizations (established by State Government, Financial Institutions & Banks)
- National R&D Institutions and Organizations including SIROs recognized by DSIR and PFRIs registered with DSIR
- Approved Universities and Colleges as listed on UGC/AICTE website
- Institutions having a distinct legal entity (as per Rule 228 of GFR 2017)
Documents required
- Proof of Year of Establishment
- Proof of Number of Employees
- Proof of Legal Status
- Proof of Address
- Detailed Item-Wise Budget Estimates
- Networking and Interactions or Financial/Technical Involvement of Other Relevant Organizations including Co-sponsorship
- Aadhaar Card
- Proof of Identity
- Proof of Address
- Proof of Employment at the Host Institute
- Proof of Experience
How to apply
- 1Download the application format from http://dsir.gov.in/#files/12plan/a2k/a2ks.html
- 2Prepare the proposal in MS Word (not PDF)
- 3Submit five hard copies of the signed proposal
- 4Email one soft copy with a pen drive to priya@nic.in
- 5Address the envelope with "CONFIDENTIAL, A2K+ Studies"
- 6Send the proposal to Dr. Sujata Chaklanobis, Head (A2K+), Ministry of Science & Technology, Technology Bhawan, New Mehrauli Road, New Delhi-110016
Frequently asked questions
What Is The Full Name Of The "A2K+" Scheme?+
The Full Name of the "A2K+" Scheme is "Access to Knowledge for Technology Development and Dissemination" Scheme.
What Is The Purpose Of This Scheme?+
This scheme is targeted towards developing mechanisms to disseminate science, technology and innovation-related information to industries, research and academic institutions, In-house R&D units of industry, Scientific & Industrial Research Organizations (SIROs), consultants, industry associations, techno-entrepreneurs, government departments and others.
What Are The Names Of The Programmes Supported In This Scheme?+
The names of the programmes supported in this scheme are - 1: Supporting industrial technology-related studies (A2K+ Studies) 2: Supporting the organization of national and international conferences, exhibitions etc. (A2K+ Events) 3: Support for Technology Development and Utilization Programme for Women 4: Technology Development and Demonstration Programme (TDDP)
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