Organisation Name:
Indo-French Centre for the Promotion of Advanced Research (CEFIPRA)
Application Deadline:
31 July 2026
About Organisation
Indo-French Centre for the Promotion of Advanced Research (CEFIPRA) is a collaborative initiative established by the governments of India and France to strengthen scientific and technological cooperation between the two countries. Since 2002, it has supported joint research, innovation, and industrial partnerships that address global and societal challenges. The organisation promotes collaboration between academic institutions, research organisations, startups, SMEs, and industries by providing funding for high-impact projects. Through its programmes, CEFIPRA encourages technology development, knowledge exchange, commercialization of research outcomes, and the creation of innovative solutions that contribute to economic growth and sustainable development.
About the Grant
The Industry-Academia Research and Development Programme 2026 supports collaborative projects between industry and academic partners from India and France. The programme aims to develop innovative products, technologies, and processes with strong commercialization potential. Priority areas include artificial intelligence, machine learning, renewable energy, smart mobility, agricultural technology, sustainable nutrition, biotechnology, healthcare innovation, public health, waste management, and circular economy solutions. Projects should demonstrate proof of concept, advance technology readiness levels, and outline a clear pathway toward prototype development and market adoption. The initiative encourages industry-driven research that delivers practical solutions while strengthening international innovation partnerships.
Who can Apply?
The programme is open to industrial organisations, startups, SMEs, MSMEs, large companies, academic institutions, research organisations, national laboratories, and clinical establishments from India and France. Applicants are encouraged to follow a preferred 2+2 partnership model consisting of at least one industry partner and one research institution from each country. Alternative consortium structures may also be considered with appropriate justification. Each proposal must be industry-centric and include clearly defined roles for all participating organisations. Applicants must identify principal investigators from both countries and establish a joint research agreement covering intellectual property rights, responsibilities, royalties, and commercialization arrangements before funding is released.
How to Apply?
Applicants should prepare a joint proposal outlining project objectives, innovation potential, research methodology, commercialization strategy, partnership structure, and expected outcomes. The application must clearly demonstrate industry involvement, proof-of-concept development, and a pathway toward prototype creation and market deployment. Proposals should also define partner responsibilities, intellectual property arrangements, and project management mechanisms. Complete applications must be submitted before the specified deadline.
Application Deadline
The application deadline is 31 July 2026.
Last Date To Apply
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