Biotechnology Ignition Grant Scheme (BIG)
Department of Biotechnology / Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC)
The Biotechnology Ignition Grant (BIG) Scheme provides early-stage funding and support to biotech innovators and startups so they can turn promising scientific ideas into viable products and businesses. Biotechnology Ignition Grant (BIG) is a flagship programme of BIRAC, which provides support to young startups and entrepreneurial individuals. BIG is the largest early-stage biotech funding programme in India.
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Who can apply
Individual Entrepreneurs and startups β’ The applicant must be incubated in an incubator (may/may not be supported by BIRAC).
How to prepare
BIRAC issues a national call inviting applications under BIG at least twice a year (typically on 1st of January & 1st of July). The Call for Proposals is typically open for a period of 30-45 days. Application for BIG needs to be submitted online only through BIRAC website www.birac.nic.in
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