Biotechnology Ignition Grant

Last checked 11 Oct 2026 against the official scheme page. Terms and dates can change, so confirm on the official site before you apply.

Up to Rs 50 lakh grant-in-aid for up to 18 months

Funding available

BIRAC's flagship early-stage grant for biotech startups and individual entrepreneurs, with calls roughly twice a year.

Eligibility Criteria

Startups or individual entrepreneurs incubated at an incubator, working on a biotech idea toward proof of concept.

Startup Qatar

Startup Qatar Investment Program

PRISM

PRISM - Promoting Innovations in Individuals, Start-ups and MSMEs

AcE Fund

Biotechnology Innovation Fund - Accelerating Entrepreneurs

Apply on the official government portal

Governing Body: Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC), Department of Biotechnology
Ministry / Dept: BIRAC
Level: Central Government
Status: Check official site

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Biotechnology