¨     India’s first dedicated Deep Tech Startup Policy has been unveiled by the Tamil Nadu government to strengthen its innovation-led growth agenda.

¨     The policy was released by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin at UmagineTN 2026.
¨     The policy has been titled the Tamil Nadu Deep Tech Startup Policy 2025–2026 (TNDTSP).
¨     The initiative aims to position Tamil Nadu as the leading deep tech hub in the country.
¨     Advanced innovation, industrial growth and MSME empowerment form the core objectives of the policy.
¨     The iTNT Hub has been designated as the nodal implementing agency for policy execution.
¨     A target has been set to support 100 deep tech start-ups and mobilise ₹100 crore in investments.
¨     The policy seeks to enable technology transfer from academic and R&D institutions for commercial use.
¨     Training in deep tech skills will be provided to over 10,000 students and professionals.
¨     To be eligible for financial assistance under this policy, the company, start-up, or entity must have a registered office in Tamil Nadu, or an operational presence in Tamil Nadu such as a back-office, R&D facility, or any active business operation.
¨     The entity must also employ at least 25% of its total workforce (excluding contract employees) in Tamil Nadu.