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

🚀 AI meets Biology to power the future of biomanufacturing.

Under the #BioE3 Policy, ‪@dbtindia‬ and BIRAC are driving the #BioAI Initiative—integrating AI with biology to tackle complex research challenges and accelerate innovation across healthcare, biomaterials, and agriculture.

With AI infrastructure supported through a strategic MoU with the IndiaAI Mission, India is advancing towards high-performance biomanufacturing.

Join us for “AI in Biology – Biomanufacturing” at the India AI Impact Summit 2026.

📅 16 February 2026 | 1:30–2:25 PM
📍 Room No. 17, Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi

#IndiaAISummit2026 #AIinBiology #Biomanufacturing

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Department of Biotechnology

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.

⏳ 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

✉️ Email queries at: mediacell@dbt.nic.in

#DESIGNforBioE3 #BioE3 #ViksitBharat

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Department of Biotechnology

Science thrives when women lead.

On this International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we celebrate the curiosity, resilience, and brilliance shaping tomorrow.

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Department of Biotechnology

Designing the future of India’s bioeconomy through science, innovation, and responsible 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/

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

Window open till 20th

Step forward with your idea and begin your innovation journey.

👨‍🔬 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.

⏳ 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

✉️ Email queries at: mediacell@dbt.nic.in

#DESIGNforBioE3 #BioE3 #ViksitBharat

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Department of Biotechnology

⏳ 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.

🗓️ Applications open till the 20th(Windows open for 20 days every month until 1st October 2026)

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

🔹 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/

📩 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.

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

👨‍🔬 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.

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

👨‍🔬 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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