Sarkari Yojana
Technology Development And Utilization Programme For Women
About Technology Development And Utilization Programme For Women
Introduction
To address women’s specific needs and boost their contribution to building technological capability, the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR) formulated the “Technology Development & Utilization Programme for Women (TDUPW)”. DSIR, mandated to promote, develop, utilize and transfer indigenous technology, uses TDUPW to fund projects relevant to technology development and utilization by women.
Objectives
1. Encouraging women to adopt new technologies. 1. Creating awareness and training women on technology issues that concern them. 1. Helping tiny, small and medium enterprises run by women entrepreneurs upgrade their technology. 1. Showcasing suitable technologies and running demonstration programmes for women’s benefit. 1. Designing and developing products and processes that benefit women.
Scheme Overview
Central Government
Ministry Of Science And Technology
Individual
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Technology Development And Utilization Programme For Women, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
For Projects
Studies/surveys assessing women's technology-related information needs across different…
Studies/surveys assessing women's technology-related information needs across different walks of life.
Documentation and content development covering
Documentation and content development covering: Technologies useful for production activities, personal care and community management, including food processing, water conservation, waste disposal, and health and hygiene maintenance. Best practices for using technology to strengthen the competitiveness of women's income-generating activities. The contribution of women innovators/entrepreneurs. The contribution of women scientists/technologists working in various scientific laboratories. Technologies and products that benefit women.
Setting up Consultancy Cells to share technical knowledge…
Setting up Consultancy Cells to share technical knowledge on adopting the latest technologies.
Creating awareness and training women in technologies useful…
Creating awareness and training women in technologies useful for production, personal care, and community management, including food processing, water conservation, waste disposal, etc.
Case studies of successful R&D, technology development, and…
Case studies of successful R&D, technology development, and businesswomen. For Institutions
Government and non-Government organizations, and professional bodies, with…
Government and non-Government organizations, and professional bodies, with adequate experience in developing technologies for women, are eligible for financial assistance.
The agency must also be involved in promoting…
The agency must also be involved in promoting S&T/R&D entrepreneurship development, SME promotion, and similar activities.
Organizations seeking assistance must fall under one of…
Organizations seeking assistance must fall under one of these categories: Institutions receiving annual recurring grants from Central or State Government agencies, including the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, Indian universities, academic institutions, R&D institutions, and Public Sector Undertakings. Institutions registered under the Societies Registration Act. Institutions incorporated under the Companies Act. Professional & industry associations. Trusts registered under the Indian Trusts Act.
Benefits Provided
Technology Development And Utilization Programme For Women provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
Duration of the Project Projects should be time-bound, with the duration depending on the project's nature; a duration under 2 years is generally preferred. Quantum of Financial Assistance
Assistance goes to projects relevant to technology development…
Assistance goes to projects relevant to technology development and utilization by women.
It can take the form of financial support…
It can take the form of financial support (partial or full) and technical guidance.
Financial assistance covers only expenditure on manpower, consumables,…
Financial assistance covers only expenditure on manpower, consumables, domestic travel, and other miscellaneous costs. Note 1: The proposal should clearly specify the type of assistance the institution needs. Note 2: No support is available for basic infrastructure or buildings. Method of Release of Financial Assistance
Assistance is released in instalments, tied to specific…
Assistance is released in instalments, tied to specific milestones achieved as per the proposal's timeline.
Release also depends on completing formalities such as…
Release also depends on completing formalities such as submitting progress reports and Utilization Certificates.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
A forwarding letter for the project proposal, with…
A forwarding letter for the project proposal, with an undertaking from the institution's head.
A Certificate of Responsibility and Commitment from the…
A Certificate of Responsibility and Commitment from the Investigators.
Technical and financial details of the proposal
Technical and financial details of the proposal. Institutions, other than Government, are required to attach the following:
A copy of the Registration Certificate
A copy of the Registration Certificate.
A copy of the Annual Report for the…
A copy of the Annual Report for the last 3 years.
A copy of the Auditor's Report for the…
A copy of the Auditor's Report for the last 3 years.
How to Apply
Offline Application
Applicants can apply for Technology Development And Utilization Programme For Women through the offline application process outlined below.
Application Process
Submission of the Proposals
Applications are accepted year-round. A hard copy of the proposal, along with the required self-attested documents, should be sent by speed post to:
Dr. Sujata Chaklanobis
Scientist 'G' and Head A2K+
Department of Scientific and Industrial Research
Technology Bhawan, New Mehrauli Road
New Delhi-110016
Tel: 011-26520887, 2659 0277
Fax: 011-26520887
Email: priya@nic.in
Sanction of the Project
The Ministry's 'Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)' reviews proposals received for assistance, potentially drawing on the advice of an internal Screening Committee constituted for this purpose, external experts, or the concerned Ministry. Proposals the TAC accepts are then processed for administrative/financial approval, following which a sanction letter is issued specifying the assistance amount under different budget heads, the payment schedule, and other conditions.
Release of Funds
Institutions receiving assistance must then formally accept the conditions and sign an agreement on a judicial stamp paper of Rupees Ten, or an MoU, as applicable and per GOI rules. The first instalment is released once the signed agreement is submitted.
Online Application
Applicants can apply for Technology Development And Utilization Programme For Women through the online application process outlined below.
Visit the Service Plus Portal
Visit the Service Plus Portal
Register on the portal in the name of…
Register on the portal in the name of the organization. The applicant organization's name should preferably match the parent legal entity registered on the Darpan Portal. Note: Non-government voluntary organizations must also submit their Organization's Unique ID from the NGO Darpan Portal while registering on the Service Plus platform.
Once registered, the applicant organization can log in…
Once registered, the applicant organization can log in with its credentials.
Reach the TDUPW scheme via Apply for Services…
Reach the TDUPW scheme via Apply for Services --> View all Available services --> Technology Development and Utilization Programme for Women (TDUPW), or search "TDUPW" for quick access.
In the Online Application Form, fill in all…
In the Online Application Form, fill in all required fields, upload every mandatory document in PDF format, and submit; the organization then receives an acknowledgement with the Application Reference Number (App Ref No.). Check Application Status Applicants can check status via: Login --> View Application status --> Track Application status --> App Ref No. --> Get Data.
Official Application & Website
Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.