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
BioE3 Challenge for Indian citizens with biotech concept proposals.
- फंडिंग राशि
- ₹1 Lakhs – ₹25 Lakhs
- फंडिंग प्रकार
- अनुदान
- आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि
- 10d — 31 अक्टू॰ 2026
- स्थान
- भारत में पंजीकृत स्टार्टअप्स के लिए खुला
इस ग्रांट के बारे में
The D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge is a government initiative under India's BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment and Employment) policy framework, driven by the Department of Biotechnology, BIRAC, and BRIC-ILS. It aims to inspire innovative, sustainable, and scalable biotechnological solutions from young students and researchers across India, with the theme "Empowering Youth to Solve Critical Issues of their TIMES." The challenge runs for 12 months with rolling monthly submissions open for 20 days each month, from November 2025 to October 2026.
Round 1 awards a cash appreciation grant of INR 1 lakh to the top 10 concept proposal winners every month — up to 120 winners over 12 months. Winners receive mentorship from DBT-BIRAC, access to 15 iBRIC+ institutions and 95 Bio-NEST incubators nationwide, and visibility on DBT, BIRAC, and MyGov digital platforms. Round 2 offers Round 1 winners a follow-on RDI grant of up to INR 25 lakhs disbursed in two tranches of INR 15 lakhs and INR 10 lakhs based on milestone completion, supporting up to 100 projects nationwide.
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।
Grant providers
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…
Learn moreलाभ और फंडिंग
- राशि
- ₹1 Lakhs – ₹25 Lakhs
- फंड प्रकार
- अनुदान
- इक्विटी
- इक्विटी-मुक्त
- चुकौती
- गैर-चुकौती
आपको क्या मिलेगा
Cash appreciation grant of INR 1 lakh (Round 1) and RDI grant up to INR 25 lakhs (Round 2). Benefits include mentorship from DBT-BIRAC, access to 15 iBRIC+ institutions and 95 Bio-NEST incubators nationwide, plus visibility on DBT, BIRAC, and MyGov digital platforms.
- बूटस्ट्रैप अनुकूल
- हाँ
समयसीमा और प्रक्रिया
चयन प्रक्रिया
Evaluation involves selecting top concept proposals monthly for Round 1 cash grants. Round 1 winners then submit detailed proposals to BIRAC for Round 2 RDI funding based on milestone completion.
आवेदन कैसे करें
ड्राफ़्ट से वितरण तक चार चरण — हर चरण में एक कार्रवाई।
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अपना आवेदन ड्राफ़्ट करें
ग्रांट ट्रैकर के अंदर फ़ॉर्म भरें — AI आपके पिछले उत्तरों का उपयोग करके हर उत्तर का ड्राफ़्ट बनाता है, ताकि आपको खाली पन्ने से शुरुआत न करनी पड़े।
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शुरू करने से पहले प्रश्न देखें
इस कार्यक्रम के आवेदन फ़ॉर्म में पूछे जाने वाले सभी प्रश्न डाउनलोड करें, ताकि पोर्टल खोलने से पहले आप अपने उत्तर ऑफ़लाइन तैयार कर सकें।
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अपने दस्तावेज़ तैयार करें
चेकलिस्ट के हर दस्तावेज़ को एक ही फ़ोल्डर में तैयार रखें। दस्तावेज़ों की कमी आवेदन खारिज होने का सबसे बड़ा कारण है।
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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 apply to the D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge?
Any Indian national with a valid Aadhaar number can apply — individuals or teams of up to 5 members. PhD scholars, researchers, scientists, and startup founders or employees are all encouraged. Institutional affiliation is not required for Round 1.
How much funding can I receive?
Round 1 winners receive a cash appreciation grant of INR 1 lakh. Round 1 winners who qualify for Round 2 can receive an RDI grant of up to INR 25 lakhs, disbursed in two tranches of INR 15 lakhs and INR 10 lakhs based on milestone completion.
Is the grant equity-free?
Yes. Both Round 1 and Round 2 grants are non-dilutive and fully equity-free. There is also no entry fee to apply.
How does the monthly submission cycle work?
Applications open on the 1st of each month and close on the 20th, from November 2025 to October 2026 — a 12-month rolling window. Up to 10 concept proposals are selected per month, for up to 120 Round 1 winners over the year.
What must my Round 1 submission include?
A 1500-word concept proposal covering six elements: Concept Summary, Design Logic, BioE3 Linkage, Feasibility and Safety, Sustainability and Impact, and Novelty. Submissions with plagiarism will be disqualified.
What support do Round 1 winners get beyond cash?
Winners receive mentorship from DBT-BIRAC, access to 15 iBRIC+ institutions and 95 Bio-NEST incubators nationwide, and visibility on DBT, BIRAC, and MyGov digital platforms.
समाचार
- West Khasi Hills DC urges students, innovators to join nationwide BioE3 challengehubnetwork.in · last week
- WKH calls for participants in nationwide BioE3 Challengehighlandpost.com · last week
- West Khasi Hills students, innovators invited to join national BioE3 challengehubnetwork.in · last week
- Balrampur Chini receives Rs. 75 crore BioE3 grant from Govt. of India for PLA co-polymer R&D facilityindianchemicalnews.com · 3 weeks ago
- Government of India Awards ₹75 Crore BioE3 Grant to BCML to Advance India's Bioeconomyequitybulls.com · 3 weeks ago
- Balrampur Chini receives Rs 75-cr BioE3 grant to establish 100 TPA PLA Co-Polymer R&D facilitybusiness-standard.com · 3 weeks ago
Source: Google News aggregated
