Arihant Connect Private Limited is a private organization engaged in advancing technology-driven solutions in the domains of next-generation communications, electronics, and intelligent systems. The company invites research proposals from academicians, researchers, scientists, and industry professionals working in the areas of 2D Materials, Antenna Engineering, and 6G Communication Technologies. Our goal is to foster innovation, research, and development in these cutting-edge technologies to address global challenges and create futuristic communication systems. The proposals should aim to:

• Promote advanced research and innovation in two-dimensional (2D) materials and their integration into antenna systems and high-frequency communication technologies
• Encourage interdisciplinary research encompassing synthesis, characterization, modeling, and system-level integration of 2D materials for RF, microwave, millimeter-wave, and terahertz antenna applications
• Support the development of reconfigurable, compact, high-gain, and low-power antennas enabled by 2D materials for 6G, IoT, satellite, and wearable communication systems
• Facilitate the transition of fundamental research outcomes into practical, deployable, and high-impact antenna and communication solutions for future wireless networks

Nature & Duration of Support:

Selected projects will receive:

• Financial Support: Research grants up to Rs. 10 lakhs plus overheads for a period of two years.
  
• Technical Support: Access to expert guidance, industry partnerships, and collaborative opportunities.
  
• Infrastructure Support: Usage of specialized facilities, if required, at Arihant Connect Private Limited or partnering institutions.
  International travel for project-related activities is also permitted.

Eligibility:

• The applicant should be an Indian citizen. The applicant should hold a PhD degree in Science or Engineering.
• The applicant must hold a regular academic/research position in a recognized academic institution, national laboratories, or any other recognized R&D institution.
• Co-PIs are also allowed.

Other Terms and Conditions:

• The application should be submitted through email at [email protected]
• Selection will be based on the recommendations of the Expert Committee constituted.
• If any Principal Investigator (PI) wishes to terminate the project, they shall inform Arihant Connect Private Limited immediately with proper justifications.
• Arihant Connect Private Limited reserves the right to terminate the project at any stage if it is convinced that (i) appropriate progress is not being made, (ii) the grant has not been utilized properly, or (iii) furnishing of false information or suppression of factual information.
• Transfer of approved/sanctioned projects to another institution will not be considered in any case.

Documents Required (in PDF):

• Detailed CV of PI and CO-PI
• Declaration from the Investigator
• Endorsement Certificate
• Personal Details Document
• Templates for the documentation can be downloaded from here (Items Shared on 1-9-2026)