Programmes & Schemes

Small Business Innovation Research Initiative (SBIRI)

The scheme is launced to boost Public-Private- Partnership (PPP) efforts in the country. SBIRI was the first of its kind, early stage, innovation focused PPP initiative in the area of Biotechnology. The aim of this scheme is to strengthen those existing private industrial units whose product development is based on in-house innovative R&D, Encourage other smaller businesses to increase their R&D capabilities and capacity, Create opportunities for starting new technology-based or knowledge-based businesses by science entrepreneurs and Stimulate technological innovation

Ministry / Department: Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Govt of India

Focus Area: Biotechnology

Target Audience: Companies and Enterprises

Funding Agency: Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC)

Eligibility: For Industry Minimum 51% of the shares of the Company should be held by Indian Citizens holding Indian passport. Participating companies should have adequate in-house facility to address the project implementation aspects OR Incubated with any of the recognized Incubation Facility. For Academic Collaborator Public/private university/colleges in India, National research laboratories Not-for-profit private research labs/societies/foundation

Purpose: Innovations, Research

Funding Cycle: Triannual

Application Method: Online

Fellowship / Financial Assistance: There is no cap on funding. Upto Rs 50 Lakhs 100% grant from BIRA (primary applicant + collaborating company, if any); More than 50 Lakhs-BIRAC grant would be Rs. 50 Lakhs + 50% of the Cost over and above Rs. 50 Lakhs. Remaining cost would be borne by the company

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