DBT D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge
Department of Biotechnology (DBT) द्वारा
अपनी पात्रता जांचें
साइन अप करें और हम आपको बताएंगे कि आपका स्टार्टअप इस ग्रांट के लिए योग्य है या नहीं।
त्वरित उत्तर
Empowering Indian youth to solve critical national issues through bio-based innovations, offering ₹1 lakh prize money per cycle and a grant opportunity for implementation.
- फंडिंग राशि
- ₹1 Lakhs तक
- फंडिंग प्रकार
- प्रतियोगिता
- आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि
- 1d — 21 Oct 2026
- पात्र चरण
- आइडिया
- स्थान
- भारत में पंजीकृत स्टार्टअप्स के लिए खुला
इस प्रतियोगिता के बारे में
The D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge, spearheaded by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, is a nationwide initiative aimed at fostering innovation among Indian youth. This program is designed to identify and nurture transformative ideas in biotechnology that address critical national issues, contributing to the vision of 'Viksit Bharat' through BioE3 – Biotechnology for Economy, Environment, and Employment. The challenge emphasizes the development of safe-by-default biological innovations across six pivotal themes: Bio-based Chemicals & Enzymes, Functional Foods & Smart Proteins, Precision Biotherapeutics, Climate Resilient Agriculture, Carbon Capture & Utilization, and Futuristic Marine & Space Research. Through a series of monthly challenge cycles, the program seeks to catalyze youth-driven change, provide national visibility and recognition for innovative solutions, and enhance essential skills such as problem-solving, teamwork, and design thinking. It offers a structured pathway from initial ideation to potential implementation, connecting participants with a network of leading scientists, innovators, mentors, and policymakers. This final cycle of the challenge is a culmination of efforts to empower the next generation of innovators to tackle complex challenges with sustainable and impactful biotechnology solutions.
पात्रता
देखें कि आप पात्र हैं या नहीं
पूरी पात्रता शर्तें — संस्था प्रकार, स्टेज, क्षेत्र, फाउंडर प्रोफ़ाइल और पंजीकरण आवश्यकताएं — साथ ही इस प्रोग्राम के लिए आपकी फ़िट। देखने के लिए साइन अप करें।
Organizers
The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) is a central government department under the Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India. It was set up in February 1986. It supports biotechnology through fellowships, research calls and an innovation challenge, and its…
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- राशि
- ₹1 Lakhs तक
आपको क्या मिलेगा
- ₹1 lakh to each of the top 10 entries in every monthly cycle
- A grant opportunity for implementation
- Visibility and recognition in the scientific and innovation ecosystem
- Networking with scientists, innovators, mentors and policymakers
- बूटस्ट्रैप अनुकूल
- हाँ
समयसीमा और प्रक्रिया
चयन प्रक्रिया
Entries go through a multi-tier evaluation by experts using comprehensive criteria, starting 21 October 2026. Winners are announced in November 2026. The top 10 entries of each cycle receive ₹1 lakh each.
आवेदन प्रक्रिया
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Register
Register on the challenge site and form a team of up to 5, or apply alone.
आप - 2
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आवेदन कैसे करें
ड्राफ़्ट से वितरण तक चार चरण — हर चरण में एक कार्रवाई।
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आधिकारिक पोर्टल पर जमा करें
आधिकारिक आवेदन लिंक का उपयोग करें और अंतिम रूप से जमा करने से पहले सभी विवरण सत्यापित करें।
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फ़ॉलो अप करें
जमा करने के 5–7 दिन बाद प्राप्ति की पुष्टि और समीक्षा समयरेखा के बारे में पूछने के लिए संपर्क करें।
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न
Who can participate?
All Indian Nationals, as individuals or in teams of up to 5 members.
What do I have to submit?
An idea of 1500 words on the proposal template, under one of the six BioE3 themes.
What do winners receive?
The top 10 entries in each monthly cycle receive ₹1 lakh each. The challenge also lists a grant opportunity for implementation.
When does registration close?
Registration for the final cycle closes on 21 October 2026, and results are announced in November 2026.
What are the BioE3 themes?
Bio-based Chemicals & Enzymes; Functional Foods & Smart Proteins; Precision Biotherapeutics; Climate Resilient Agriculture; Carbon Capture & Utilization; and Futuristic Marine & Space Research.
