The Ministry of New & Renewable Energy in India has invited proposals for setting up Centers of Excellence under the National Green Hydrogen Mission for Research and Development. The initiative aims to accelerate the transition to a carbon-neutral economy by supporting advancements in green hydrogen production, storage, and utilization. Selected entities can receive up to 50% financial support for their projects. These centers will serve as hubs for cutting-edge research, skill development, information dissemination, and industry collaboration. The focus is on developing solutions for green hydrogen ecosystems, including production, storage, and transportation. Academic institutions, research installations, government bodies, and private research institutions are all encouraged to submit project proposals for financial support. The National Green Hydrogen Mission, launched in 2023 with substantial funding, seeks to establish India as a global leader in green hydrogen production, usage, and export. The mission has allocated a significant budget for research activities and has recently approved pilot projects involving hydrogen use in steel production, with substantial financial support from the government. These pilot projects are expected to be operational within the next three years.