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“Samarth” Incubation Program

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The Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DoT), an autonomous Telecom R&D centre under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Government of India, has launched its first cohort of the ‘Samarth’ Incubation Program to foster innovation and technological advancements in the telecom sector.

About Samarth Program

  • Samarth Program aims to support DPIIT-recognized startups developing next-gen technologies in Telecom Software, Cyber Security, 5G/6G, AI, IoT, and Quantum Technologies.
  • Implementation: Run in partnership with Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) under MeitY.
  • Support Offered:
    • Supports 36 startups in two six-month cohorts.
    • Provides hybrid learning, mentorship, infrastructure, and investor access.
    • Funding: Startups receive Rs 5 lakh grants, C-DOT office space, lab facilities, and mentorship for six months.
    • Future Prospects: Successful startups may collaborate under the C-DOT Collaborative Research Program.

About C-DoT

  • Established in 1984, it is an autonomous R&D centre under DoT.
  • It focuses on indigenous telecom innovations in 5G, IoT, AI, and other emerging technologies.
  • It aligns with Atmanirbhar Bharat by promoting self-reliance in telecom R&D.

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