DSTIndia

The Department of Science and Technology (DST) is a Government of India department within the Ministry of Science and Technology. It plays a central role in promoting science and technology across the country, supporting research, innovation, and the development of capabilities that contribute to national needs and future technologies. Its programmes span research and development, innovation and technology development, science for society, capacity building, institutional development, international cooperation, and national science missions.

DST also supports state-level science and technology initiatives and provides information on policies, acts, grants, calls for proposals, awards, and recruitment. The department shares reports, research and development statistics, achievements, and science-related news, and provides access to resources such as the India Science, Technology and Innovation Portal, an electronic project management system, e-journals, and the Science and Technology Awards Information Retrieval System. Through its network of autonomous and attached institutions, professional bodies, and international partnerships, DST helps connect researchers, institutions, and industry with opportunities for collaboration and scientific advancement in India