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

A decade that transformed ideas into impact.

10 years of startups driving innovation, jobs, and self-reliance.

#10YearsOfStartupIndia #AtmanirbharBharat #InnovationEcosystem

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Department of Biotechnology

Tackling bovine mastitis with bacteriophages.

A targeted, antibiotic-free solution against drug-resistant E. coli for safer milk & sustainable dairy farming.

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Department of Biotechnology

Got an idea in biotechnology?

Step forward with Category 1 – D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge

πŸ† Win Certificate of Merit!
πŸ—“ Window open till 20th
πŸš€ For School Students (VI–XII)

β†’ Apply via MyGov Innovate India: innovateindia.mygov.in/bioe3/

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

Queries: mediacell@dbt.nic.in

#DESIGNForBioE3 #BioE3Challenge #ViksitBharat

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Department of Biotechnology

Got an idea in biotechnology?

Step forward with Category 2 – D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge

πŸ† Win β‚Ή1,00,000 recognition support
πŸ—“ Window open till 20th
πŸš€ For students, researchers, founders & innovators

πŸ“² Apply via BRIC D.E.S.I.G.N. Portal: bric.nic.in/bioe3challenge/

Application window open for 3rd month.
Challenge will continue each month until October 2026.

Queries: mediacell@dbt.nic.in

#DESIGNForBioE3 #BioE3Challenge #ViksitBharat

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Department of Biotechnology

A heartfelt thank you to the young minds of India!

Your creativity and courage to solve real-world challenges through D.E.S.I.G.N under the BioE3 Challenge inspires a better tomorrow.

Innovation begins with you.

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Department of Biotechnology

Honouring Dr. Har Gobind Khorana (1922–2011), the visionary scientist who cracked the genetic code and transformed modern biology.

Nobel Laureate in Physiology or Medicine, his legacy continues to inspire generations.

#HarGobindKhorana #ScienceLegacy #NobelLaureate

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Department of Biotechnology

πŸ’‘ Got an idea in biotechnology?

Step forward with Category 2 – D.E.S.I.G.N. for BioE3 Challenge

πŸ† Win β‚Ή1,00,000 recognition support
πŸ—“ Window open till 20th
πŸš€ For students, researchers, founders & innovators
πŸ“² 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.)

Email Queries: mediacell@dbt.nic.in

#DESIGNforBioE3 #BioE3Challenge #ViksitBharat

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Department of Biotechnology

Cervical Cancer Awareness Month reminds us that early screening and HPV vaccination can save lives.

Let’s spread awareness and encourage prevention.

#CervicalCancerAwarenessMonth #PreventCervicalCancer #WomensHealth #HealthForAll

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Department of Biotechnology

πŸ—“οΈ Applications open till 20th

Apply now and take your innovation to the next stage.
Category 1: School Students (VI–XII)
β†’ Apply via MyGov Innovate India: innovateindia.mygov.in/bioe3/


(Application window will open for 20 days each month for the next 12 months.)

Queries: mediacell@dbt.nic.in


#BioE3Challenge #DesignForImpact #ViksitBharat

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Department of Biotechnology

πŸ—“οΈ Window open till 20th

Step forward with your idea and begin your innovation journey.

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

(Application window will open for 20 days each month for the next 12 months.)

Queries: mediacell@dbt.nic.in

#BioE3Challenge #DesignForBioE3 #ViksitBharat

1 week ago | [YT] | 3