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BIRAC (Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council) Programs is a suite of funding programs from BIRAC, a public sector enterprise under India's Department of Biotechnology, that supports biotech startups, SMEs, and industry-academia consortia across the innovation lifecycle.
Programs include BIG (Biotechnology Ignition Grant) for early-stage startups, BIPP (Biotechnology Industry Partnership Programme) for advanced-stage industry projects, the Product Commercialization Program Fund, National Biopharma Mission, and international collaboration funds such as the Indo-Australian Biotechnology Fund. Awards range from approximately INR 50 lakh (~US$60,000) to INR 10 crore (~US$1. 2 million) depending on scheme.
Eligible applicants are Indian biotech startups, SMEs, and academic-industry consortia.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Indian biotech startups, SMEs, and industry-academia consortia. BIG: early-stage startups. BIPP: companies with advanced-stage projects. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Varies (INR 50,00,000 (~US$60,000)s to INR 10,00,00,000 (~US$1,200,000)s depending on scheme) Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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