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DBT-BIRAC Bio-AI for BioE3 Biomanufacturing (Mūlāṃkur Hubs)

DBT-BIRAC Bio-AI BioE3 Mūlāṃkur Hubs

Supports biotechnology innovation hubs that combine artificial intelligence and biology for advanced research acceleration.

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The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) and BIRAC jointly issued a call for proposals to establish Bio-AI Mūlāṃkur Hubs under the BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment and Employment) policy for high-performance biomanufacturing, supported under the Cabinet-approved Bio-RIDE scheme. The call opened on 19 January 2026 and accepts submissions on a rolling basis until 30 June 2026; proposals ar…

What this grant funds

Funds AI-driven biomanufacturing hub proposals spanning biomolecular design, sustainable agriculture, synthetic biology, Ayurveda pharmacogenomics, and genome diagnostics.

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CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.24 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: dbt.gov.in