BIRAC-RDI
BIRAC Research, Development & Innovation Fund
(Government of India's Delta Change Challenge driving high-impact R&D and transformative indigenous manufacturing)
Guiding Principles
Foundational values driving the initiative
Delta Change
Focus on transformative improvements over incremental ones.
Global Benchmark Reset
Setting new global standards rather than local optimization.
Indigenous Capability
Creating self-reliance and reducing import dependence.
Application Domains
Supports innovations across biotechnology and related areas aligned to national priorities
Healthcare & Biopharma
Agriculture & Food Systems
Environment & Climate Solutions
Industrial & Synthetic Biology
Bioenergy & Circular Bioeconomy
AI & Machine Learning
Emerging Interdisciplinary Fields
Import Substitution & Strategic Manufacturing
Applications may span diverse sectors; however, support is prioritised for innovations and platforms demonstrating non-linear impact and national relevance.
Scheme Overview
TRL Focus
Transformative projects at TRL 4 and above
Funding Philosophy
Patient capital with risk-mitigating support
Scope
R&D, scale-up, and innovative indigenous manufacturing
Purpose
Enable long-gestation, high-impact technologies
Application Toolkit
Resources to help applicants assess fit, prepare strong proposals, and navigate the application process.
Who Can Apply?
Check detailed eligibility criteria for Indian entities and project requirements.
Self Assessment
Evaluate your project's fit before applying with our quick assessment checklist.
Key Documents
Download Guidelines, Templates, and FAQs.
Ready to Transform the Future?
Join the delta change challenge. Apply now to scale your deep-tech innovation.