GrantBIRAC / DBTVerified 6 May 2026Official source

BIRAC SEED Fund — Support for Entrepreneurial and Enterprise Development

Provides up to ₹50L as follow-on funding for early-stage biotech startups that have demonstrated proof of concept. Covers pre-clinical, pilot manufacturing, and technology transfer activities in life sciences, diagnostics, and agri-biotech.

Maximum amount
₹50.0L
Typical payout
₹30.0L
Processing time
16–32 weeks

Eligibility criteria

Company type
Private Limited, LLP, One Person Company
Stage
Pre-Revenue, Early Stage (Revenue < ₹1Cr)
States
All India (nationwide)
Sectors
biotech, healthtech, pharma, agritech, industrial

Documents required

1
Scientific Progress Report
Evidence of PoC completion — lab data, pre-clinical results, or pilot data
Tip: Must be peer-reviewable quality
2
Technology Readiness Level Statement
Self-assessed TRL with justification (target TRL 4–6)
3
Incorporation Certificate
Company documents
4
Detailed Budget
Head-wise 18-month budget tied to milestones
Tip: BIRAC scrutinises budget heavily — be specific
5
IP Status Report
Patent filed/granted or freedom-to-operate analysis
Tip: Strong IP position significantly helps

How to apply for BIRAC SEED

1
Register on BIRAC portal and check SEED fund open call datesOpen portal
2
Submit application with scientific progress report and detailed budget
3
External expert review (6–10 weeks)
4
Present to BIRAC evaluation committee
5
Grant agreement signed; milestone-based disbursement over 18 months

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Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for BIRAC SEED?

BIRAC SEED is available to Private Limited, LLP, One Person Company companies at the Pre-Revenue, Early Stage (Revenue < ₹1Cr) stage, across all Indian states (nationwide).

How much funding does BIRAC SEED provide?

BIRAC SEED provides up to ₹50.0L. Most applicants receive around ₹30.0L.

How long does BIRAC SEED approval take?

The typical processing time from submission to disbursement is 16–32 weeks.

Is BIRAC SEED currently accepting applications?

Yes, BIRAC SEED is currently active and accepting applications.

Information is based on publicly available scheme guidelines. Last verified 6 May 2026. Always verify with official sources before applying.