Dear Sir/Madam,
The Department of Biotechnology. Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India has launched a nationwide call entitled "D.E.S.I.G.N for BioE3 Challenge" for young innovators under the theme “Empowering Youth to Solve Critical Issues of their TIMES”. The aim of the challenge is to conceptualize innovative designs and solutions using microbes, molecules and biotechnology to address real world challenges. This call also aims to empower grassroots innovators, foster youth-lead change, and strengthen India’s journey towards sustainable and self-reliant bioeconomy. The Category 1 of the Challenge is open to School students from Class 6 to 12. On the other hand, category 2 of the challenge is open to all Indian Citizens. The Key aspects of Category 2 of the Challenge is placed below:
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Key Elements
| Category 2 |
| Who can apply | Any Indian Citizen (hosted by BRIC) - www.bric.nic.in/bioe3challenge/ |
| | Concept proposal to be submitted (1500 words in the ambit of BioE3 Policy. |
| Prizes on Offer | Top 10 winning solutions will receive Rs 1.00 Lakh each (1st Round) every month for the next 12 months starting from 1st November 2025 |
| Timelines: 2nd Month Window) The cycle will be repeated every month for the next 1 year | 1st December 2025 to 20th December 2025 (12 Midnight) Results Announcement & Prize Distribution: In the next 1 month, |
A copy of the RFPs and Flyer's are enclosed here with for your kind perusal. We request you to please encourage your students to apply.
For any queries kindly email at - vk.ad...@nic.in
Download Attachments:
RFP Category 2 English
Formal Launch Flyer content Category 2
Sincerely
Dr. A.Vamsi Krishna
Scientist-F
Department of Biotechnology,Government of India
R.No: 714, Block 2, CGO Complex
Lodi Road, New Delhi-110003
