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D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge — October 2026, Category II
Indian innovators can win ₹1 lakh and pursue separate proof-of-concept funding.
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Funding amount
₹1 lakh per winning entry; separate, competitively assessed RDI grant opportunity up to ₹25 lakh.
Scheme
D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3
Open for
Category II accepts Indian nationals individually or in teams of up to five. No entry fee.
Deadline
21 October
About the Program
Concept-level biotechnology challenge; laboratory work is not required. The ₹25 lakh RDI opportunity requires a separate full proposal and is not an automatic prize.
Eligibility requirements
- Submit an original 1,500-word concept aligned with BioE3, nationality documentation and proposal PDF. One proposal per applicant per month; restrictions apply to previous winners.
Offerings / Benefits
- Ten winning entries receive ₹1 lakh each and expert mentoring. Winners may submit a BIRAC proposal within three months for implementation funding. Prize payments are split 60%/40%, with conditions for the final payment.
Sectors supported
Biotechnology solutions contributing to the economy, environment and employment.Biotechnology
Selection process
- Expert evaluation; selected winners may progress to separate RDI assessment.
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