We are pleased to invite you to the Online Launch of the AICTE Innovation and Entrepreneurship Doctoral Fellowship Programme (AIEDFP), scheduled to be held on 3rd September, 2026 from 4:00 PM onwards.

The Programme will be formally launched by the Hon’ble Chairman, AICTE, in the august presence of the Member Secretary, AICTE.

The AICTE Innovation and Entrepreneurship Doctoral Fellowship Programme (AIEDFP) is envisioned to foster a robust, innovation-driven academic and research ecosystem in the country. The Programme aims to support multidisciplinary and transdisciplinary doctoral research through technological as well as non-technological pathways, with a focus on innovation, entrepreneurship, technology transfer, social impact, and the commercialisation of products and/or research outcomes.

The Programme places particular emphasis on problem-driven and application-oriented research that contributes to societal and economic development and is aligned with national priorities.?

Under the Programme, eligible research scholars will receive financial support from the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).

Programme Details:

Event: Online Launch of the AICTE Innovation and Entrepreneurship Doctoral Fellowship Programme (AIEDFP)
Date: 3 September 2026
Time: 4:00 PM onwards

Webinar Details:

Please find the webinar details mentioned below:
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Agenda: Launch of the AICTE Innovation and Entrepreneurship Doctoral Fellowship Programme (AIEDFP)

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You are cordially invited to join this important launch programme.
You are also requested to kindly circulate this invitation among faculty members, research scholars, students, and other relevant stakeholders to facilitate wider participation and dissemination of the Programme. For further information or queries, please write to us at phdinnovation@aicte-india.org.
We look forward to your valuable participation in the launch of this significant initiative.