Department of Biotechnology

The Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India supports research, its applications and education in the Life Sciences and Biotechnology.

The setting up of a separate Department of Biotechnology (DBT), under the Ministry of Science and Technology in 1986 gave a new impetus to the development of the field of modern biology and biotechnology in India. In more than a decade of its existence, the department has promoted and accelerated the pace of development of biotechnology in the country. Through several R&D projects, demonstrations and creation of infrastructural facilities, a clear visible impact of this field have been seen. The department has made significant achievements in the growth and application of biotechnology in the broad areas of agriculture, health care, animal sciences, environment, and industry.

Website: dbtindia.gov.in/
Twitter: twitter.com/DBTIndia
Facebook: www.facebook.com/DBTInd/


Department of Biotechnology

Window open till 20th

Step forward with your idea and begin your innovation journey.

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ”¬ Category 2: Indian Citizens (School Students, Researchers, PhD Scholars, Startup Founders, SMEs)
→ Apply via BRIC D.E.S.I.G.N. Portal: bric.nic.in/bioe3challenge/

(Application window will open for 20 days each month until October 2026.)

Queries: mediacell@dbt.nic.in

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Department of Biotechnology

Applications open till 20th

Apply now and take your innovation to the next stage.

Category 1: School Students (VI–XII)
→ Apply via MyGov Innovate India: innovateindia.mygov.in/bioe3/

(Application window will open for 20 days each month until October 2026.)

Queries: mediacell@dbt.nic.in

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Department of Biotechnology

It’s GO TIME!

The D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge is OPEN for 4th Month!

Bring your boldest ideas for a better bio-future!

From school students to startups—your ideas can shape Bharat’s bio-future.

ā³ Deadlines:
•⁠ ⁠Category 1 - School Students (VI–XII): 20th February, 5:30 PM
Apply: lnkd.in/g8v7t5VP

•⁠ ⁠Category 2 - Students, Researchers, Innovators, and Startups: 20th February, midnight
Apply: lnkd.in/g386U7dm

āœ‰ļø Email queries at: mediacell@dbt.nic.in

#DESIGNforBioE3 #BioE3 #ViksitBharat

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Department of Biotechnology

ā³ 1 Day to Go!

The 4th Application Window for the D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge is almost here!

Whether you’re a school student with an innovative biotech solution or an innovator, researcher, or startup, this is your moment to create, compete, and shine.

✨ Step forward to transform ideas into impactful biotech solutions under India’s BioE3 vision.

šŸ—“ļø Applications open till the 20th(Windows open for 20 days every month until 1st October 2026)

šŸ”¹ Category 1 – School Students (Classes VI–XII)Apply via MyGov Innovate IndiašŸ”— innovateindia.mygov.in/bioe3/

šŸ”¹ Category 2 – Indian Citizens(School Students, Researchers, PhD Scholars, Startup Founders, SMEs)Apply via BRIC D.E.S.I.G.N. PortalšŸ”— bric.nic.in/bioe3challenge/

šŸ“© Queries: mediacell@dbt.nic.in

#DESIGNforBioE3 #BioE3Challenge #ViksitBharat

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Department of Biotechnology

Just 2 days left!

Windows open on 1st February for the D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge. Your idea could be the next breakthrough.

šŸ‘©ā€šŸ« Category 1: School Students (VI–XII)
→ Apply via MyGov Innovate India: innovateindia.mygov.in/bioe3/

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ”¬ Category 2: Indian Citizens (School Students, Researchers, PhD Scholars, Startup Founders, SMEs)
→ Apply via BRIC D.E.S.I.G.N. Portal: bric.nic.in/bioe3challenge/

(Application window will open for 20 days each month until October 2026.)

Queries: mediacell@dbt.nic.in

#bioe3challenge #designforbioe3 #viksitbharat

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Department of Biotechnology

Just 3 days left!

Windows open on 1st February for the D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge. Your idea could be the next breakthrough.

šŸ‘©ā€šŸ« Category 1: School Students (VI–XII)
→ Apply via MyGov Innovate India: innovateindia.mygov.in/bioe3/

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ”¬ Category 2: Indian Citizens (School Students, Researchers, PhD Scholars, Startup Founders, SMEs)
→ Apply via BRIC D.E.S.I.G.N. Portal: bric.nic.in/bioe3challenge/

(Application window will open for 20 days each month until October 2026.)

Queries: mediacell@dbt.nic.in

#bioe3challenge #designforbioe3 #viksitbharat

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Department of Biotechnology

Last Call for Innovators!

Only 1 day left to submit for the D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge šŸš€

Don’t miss your chance to design solutions for India’s bioeconomy.

šŸ—“ļø20th January — Deadline Day

Act now. Apply today.

Submit by 20 January 2026!

•⁠ ⁠Category 1 (VI–XII): 20 January, 5:30 PM
Apply: innovateindia.mygov.in/bioe3/

•⁠ ⁠Category 2 (Students–Startups): 20 January, midnight
Apply: bric.nic.in/bioe3challenge/

Queries: mediacell@dbt.nic.in

#DesignForBioE3 #BioE3Challenge #viksitbharat2047

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Department of Biotechnology

ā°Just 2 days to go!

Window for 3rd Month is now going to close for D.E.S.I.G.N for BioE3 Challenge.

Submit by 20 January 2026!

* Category 2 (Students–Startups): 20 January, midnight
Apply: bric.nic.in/bioe3challenge/

Queries: mediacell@dbt.nic.in

#DESIGNForBioE3 #BioE3Challenge #BioEconomy #ViksitBharat

2 weeks ago | [YT] | 1

Department of Biotechnology

ā°Just 2 days to go!

Window for 3rd Month is now going to close for D.E.S.I.G.N for BioE3 Challenge.

Submit by 20 January 2026!

* Category 1 (VI–XII): 20 January, 5:30 PM
Apply: innovateindia.mygov.in/bioe3/

Queries: mediacell@dbt.nic.in

#DESIGNForBioE3 #BioE3Challenge #BioEconomy #ViksitBharat

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Department of Biotechnology

ā°Just 3 days to go!

Windows for 3rd Month are now going to close for "D.E.S.I.G.N for BioE3 Challenge".

Get ready to witness innovation shaping India’s #bioeconomy.

Submit by 20th January 2026!

* Category 1 (VI–XII): 20th January, 5:30 PM
Apply: innovateindia.mygov.in/bioe3/

* Category 2 (Students–Startups): 20th January, midnight
Apply: bric.nic.in/bioe3challenge/

Queries: mediacell@dbt.nic.in

#BioE3 #ViksitBharat #BharatBioRevolution

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