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The National Technology Day, celebrated annually on May 11th, commemorates India's significant milestones in technological advancement. This date holds particular significance as it coincides with:
  • 1998 Pokhran nuclear test: A momentous achievement in India's defense and technological capabilities.
  • Hansa-3 aircraft test flight: Marking India's progress in the field of aviation.
  • Trishul missile test firing: Demonstrating India's advancements in missile technology.

To recognize and encourage further contributions, the National Technology Awards are presented on this day. These awards celebrate the commercialization and development of indigenous technologies across various categories:
  • National Technology Award (Main): Honors successful commercialization of indigenous technology by an industrial concern since April 2017.
  • National Technology Awards (MSME): Recognizes MSMEs who have successfully commercialized a product based on indigenous technology since April 2017. (Three awards given)
  • National Technology Awards (Start-up): Acknowledges the potential of promising new technologies from start-ups for future commercialization. (Five awards given)
  • National Technology Awards (Translational Research): Applauds the contribution of scientists in bringing innovative indigenous technologies to market. (Two awards given)
  • National Technology Awards (Technology Business Incubators): Celebrates outstanding contributions in fostering techno-entrepreneurship and supporting innovative technology-driven startups. (One award given)

Number of awards:
  1. National Technology Award (Main): 1
  2. National Technology Awards (MSME): : 3
  3. National Technology Awards (Start-up): 5
  4. National Technology Awards (Translational Research): 2
  5. National Technology Awards (Technology Business Incubator): 1

Selection Process
The Awards are evaluated by the panel of eminent scientist, technocrats and researchers nominated by DST, GoI.
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