Department of Biotechnology (DBT) / BIRAC

PACE – Promoting Academic Research Conversion to Enterprise

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Stage: Research translation
Indicative amount: Cost-share to enterprises

Note

Runs as periodic calls, often bundled with SBIRI/BIPP under the 'i4' umbrella — confirm a current call is open.

What it is for

Helps academic biotech research move toward validation and a genuine commercial pathway.

Who can apply

Academic researchers, institutions, and industry partners translating biotech research into commercial application.

What you get

Project-based grant/partnership support, commonly ₹50 lakh–₹1 crore.

How to apply

Submit a proposal during an open BIRAC call (often alongside SBIRI/BIPP).

Best suited for

An academic researcher/institution with a biotech discovery with real commercial potential.

Official links

BIRAC — Call for Proposals https://birac.nic.in/cfp.php

Summarised from official sources, last reviewed 2026-09-07. Amounts and eligibility are indicative — always confirm against the live scheme guideline before acting.