Study Finds Limited Support for Deep Tech Startups in India’s Public-Funded Research Labs

A 2025 study by the Confederation of Indian Industry and the Centre for Technology, Innovation, and Economic Research reveals that only one in four public-funded R&D organizations in India supports startups, and just one in six aids deep tech ventures. With low industry collaboration and restricted access to facilities, the study urges reforms to boost innovation and align labs with national goals.