IndiaAI, operating under the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY), invites Expressions of Interest (EoI) for leading AI development projects under its Safe & Trusted AI pillar. This initiative aims to democratize AI benefits, enhance India's global AI leadership, and ensure ethical AI adoption.

Project Themes:

1. Watermarking & Labelling: Develop tools to authenticate AI-generated content, ensuring traceability and security.

2. Ethical AI Frameworks: Establish frameworks aligning with global standards to promote fairness and respect for human values.

3. AI Risk Assessment & Management: Create tools to enhance safe AI deployment in public services.

4. Stress Testing Tools: Develop tools to evaluate AI models under extreme scenarios, building trust in critical applications.

5. Deepfake Detection Tools: Create solutions for real-time identification and mitigation of deepfakes, preventing misinformation.

Eligibility:

• Academic and R&D Institutes/Organizations

• Autonomous Bodies

• Start-ups & Companies

Important Dates:

• Launch Date: December 10, 2024

• Application Deadline: February 28, 2025

Submission Guidelines:

• Format: Proposals should be in PDF, using Times New Roman, 12-point font, and single-spaced.

• Collaborations: Joint applications with partners are encouraged.

• Multiple Submissions: Applicants may submit multiple unique proposals.

• Compliance: Adhere to all Grant-in-Aid terms.

For detailed guidelines and the proposal format, please refer to the official IndiaAI website.