The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) invites proposals from Indian Companies under the SBIRI Scheme for support of early stage, pre proof-of-concept research & development of research leads towards commercialization in all fields of biotechnology.
Unique Features of  SBIRI
? Assists small and medium business units including new enterprises with not more than 500 employees in R&D.
? Offers Phase I funding for early stage, pre proof-of-concept innovative research.
? Provides Phase II funding towards commercialization of research leads.

Who can apply?
Pharma, Biotech companies and any other enterprises focusing on scientific innovations

Eligibility
Can be submitted solely by an Indian Company/ies or jointly with public partner (Universities or National Institutes).
More than 51% of the shares of the Company are to be held by Indian Citizens.
Industry should have DSIR* recognized in-house R&D unit or have IP related to the proposed activity.
Joint ventures and limited partnerships would be eligible for SBIRI support where the entity created meets the above requirements.

Scholarship Application Deadline: 28th February, 2011

Further Scholarship Information and Application