Fw: Department of Biotechnology D.E.S.I.G.N for BioE3 Challenge

[Dr. Prashanth N Suravajhala [MU - Jaipur]]

 

 

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Dear All, As you are aware, Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, GoI launched the D.E.S.I.G.N for BioE3 Challenge, a year-long challenge started on 1st November 2025. In the January’2026 window of the challenge, we have received 566 proposalsunder category 2 of the challenge from across the country. Out of 566 proposals, 162startupshave applied. We sincerely thank all of you for supporting this unique challenge. We hope that the number of applications from Startups will go up to atleast 1000 in the February 2026 window of the Challenge. Category 2: http://www.bric.nic.in/bioe3challenge/guidelines.php Link to RFP: https://dbtindia.gov.in/sites/default/files/RFP_Category%202%20English_0.pdf Participants are expected to display their basic understanding of the BioE3 Policy and its possible implementation through imaginative, creative and concise ideas towards a sustainable, clean, and self-reliant future for our country.   Prizes on Offer Category 2: •           Top 10 winning solutionswill receive Rs 1.00 Lakh each (1st Round)every month for the next 12 months •           Up to 100 grants with upper limit of INR 25 lakh each to help winners convert their Design ideas to real-world solutions through Round 2   The list of winners of December (2025) and copy of RFP are enclosed as an attachment file. The February 2026 application window is now open, and with the closing date fast approaching on 20thFebruary 2026, you are requested to encourage your students and colleagues to apply before the deadline. Point of contact: Dr.A.Vamsi Krishna Scientist-F, DBT vk.ad...@nic.in 011-24363725   Download Attachements:  1. RFP_Category 2 English 2. Winner announcement for Category 2 of D.E.S.I.G.N for BioE3 Challenge November 2025 Cycle

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