BIRAC Product Commercialization Program (PCP) Fund 2026: Grants for Late-Stage Biotech Startups

The Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) has announced a call for applications under its Product Commercialization Program (PCP) Fund. This initiative provides dedicated financial backing to Indian biotech startups looking to bridge the gap between late-stage technology validation and full-scale market entry.

About BIRAC Established by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, BIRAC is a Section 8, Schedule B Public Sector Enterprise. It serves as an industry-academia interface dedicated to strengthening the national biotechnology innovation ecosystem. BIRAC offers risk capital, IP management, technology transfer, and mentorship to nurture globally competitive Indian biotech enterprises.

Purpose of the PCP Fund While existing schemes (such as BIG, BIPP, SBIRI, PACE, and SPARSH) support early-stage development up to validation, late-stage products often face funding barriers when transitioning into the market. The PCP Fund targets technologies that have reached Technology Readiness Level 7 (TRL 7) or above to assist with:

• Large-scale product commercialization.

• Pilot-market testing and field validation in target markets.

• Market launch preparation and deployment logistics.

Key Program Highlights

• Target Audience: Indian biotech startups with market-ready products (TRL 7+).

• Open Eligibility: Products do not need to have been previously funded by BIRAC to qualify.

• Focus Areas: High-impact, nationally relevant biotechnology solutions across health, agriculture, biomanufacturing, and related fields.

Eligibility Criteria

• Entity Type: Indian startups incorporated within 10 years prior to the call closing date.

• Ownership: Minimum 51% Indian shareholding, certified by a CA/CS with a valid UDIN. Shareholders must hold Indian citizenship and a valid Indian passport.

• Maturity Level: Product or technology must be evaluated at TRL 7 or higher on BIRAC’s assessment scale.

How to Apply Proposals must be submitted exclusively online through the BIRAC web portal.

1. Visit the official website at birac.nic.in.

2. Register an account (user registration remains open 24/7).

3. Access the PCP scheme page and submit the required documentation.

Important Details

• Application Deadline: December 31, 2026 (12:00 AM)

• Official Contacts: [email protected] | [email protected]

• Official Call Notification: BIRAC PCP Fund Portal