Organisation Name:
Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) and GATES Foundation
Application Deadline:
15 October 2025
About Organisation
The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), supported by the Gates Foundation, spearheads initiatives to strengthen India’s research and innovation ecosystem. With a mission to advance health, science, and technology, ANRF fosters interdisciplinary collaboration across academia, government, and industry. The foundation emphasizes scalable, affordable, and impactful solutions that improve public welfare. By investing in research and medical technologies, ANRF contributes to India’s larger vision of equitable and accessible healthcare, addressing both national and global challenges through innovation-driven programs.
About the Grant
The MAHA MedTech Mission seeks to promote the development and deployment of transformative medical technologies in India. The program aims to enhance healthcare equity by supporting innovations that are affordable, sustainable, and scalable. Priority is given to projects that improve patient care, strengthen healthcare delivery systems, and align with India’s public health needs. With substantial funding support, the mission is designed to accelerate breakthroughs in diagnostics, devices, and digital health solutions that can be widely adopted to serve diverse communities.
Who can Apply?
Eligible applicants include Government/Public Bodies, Academic Institutions, Private Sector organizations, and Research and Technology Organisations (RTOs) registered in India. Proposals must focus on medical technologies with strong potential for public health impact, affordability, and scalability. Applicants should demonstrate the ability to execute innovative projects, with clear pathways from research to development and deployment. Collaboration across sectors is encouraged to leverage expertise, infrastructure, and resources. Citizenship eligibility is restricted to India.
How to Apply?
Applications must be submitted via the official ANRF submission process. Proposals should include project objectives, methodology, expected outcomes, scalability potential, and budget details.
Application Deadline
The program is currently open, with a defined closing date specified by ANRF. Early submission is encouraged.
Last Date To Apply
For more information, please visit the grant website here.
