Prototype Development & Testing
Point Value
Points from related activities count toward the same 40 points maximum shared with this group.
See other activities under this 40 points maximum (8)
- Start-up Company (Legally Registered)30 points
- Patents — FiledScaled
- Patents — PublishedScaled
- Patents — Granted/ApprovedScaled
- Patents — LicensedScaled
- Innovative Technologies Adopted by Industry40 points
- Venture Capital / Angel Funding40 points
- Societal Innovations40 points
Proof & Requirements
Prototype validation certificate or letter issued by Government-approved innovation agencies.
A valid certificate is required as proof. Only your highest achievement level counts toward activity points.
- Self-certification or informal validation does not count — source emphasizes 'validation certificate' and 'Government-approved innovation agencies' specifically.
Official Handbook DescriptionSr. No. 3.11
Prototype Development & Testing
Development of a functional working model (hardware or software) that demonstrates the core functionality of an innovative idea. The prototype must be built, tested for basic performance, and validated by the Innovation Cell or other approved Government agencies.
Make sure your certificates clearly mention the level of participation and the position, where applicable.
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