Application Deadline:
10 October 2025
About Organisation
The Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC), a Government of India enterprise under the Department of Biotechnology, fosters innovation and entrepreneurship in biotechnology and related fields. Through strategic partnerships with global organizations, BIRAC promotes cutting-edge solutions to address national challenges. In collaboration with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, a global leader in advancing health, development, and equity, BIRAC drives transformative research for the public good. This partnership combines international expertise with local innovation to strengthen India’s sanitation ecosystem, aiming to create impactful solutions that enhance community health, hygiene, and sustainable development.
About the Grant
The Development of Transformative Sanitation Technologies (TST) program seeks innovative, scalable, and sustainable sanitation solutions tailored for Indian household and community contexts. With a maximum award of INR 6 million, the initiative supports projects that create affordable, efficient, and user-friendly sanitation systems capable of addressing pressing challenges like waste treatment, hygiene, and environmental safety. The program emphasizes technologies adaptable to diverse Indian settings, including rural and urban areas, ensuring equitable access to safe sanitation. Successful proposals should demonstrate technical feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and pathways for scale-up, aiming to contribute toward national sanitation goals and global sustainable development.
Who can Apply?
Eligibility is open to a broad range of organizations capable of delivering impactful sanitation innovations. Applicants may include:
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NGOs/Nonprofits engaged in sanitation, health, or community development.
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Government/Public Bodies involved in sanitation policy or implementation.
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Academic Institutions with research capacity in sanitation or technology.
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Private Sector Enterprises developing innovative sanitation technologies.
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Research and Technology Organizations (RTOs) with relevant expertise.
Applicants must be Indian entities or organizations registered in India. Projects should focus on developing, testing, and scaling sanitation technologies suited for household and community applications. Proposed interventions should demonstrate sustainability, affordability, adaptability to local contexts, and minimal environmental impact.
How to Apply?
Interested applicants should prepare a detailed proposal highlighting the innovation, objectives, technical approach, feasibility, and scalability of their sanitation solution. Applications must include organizational credentials, project team expertise, budget details, and expected impact. Proposals are to be submitted through BIRAC’s official application system, following the prescribed format and guidelines. Applicants are encouraged to demonstrate clear implementation plans and pathways for scale and sustainability.
Application Deadline
Applicants must submit their completed proposals no later than 10 October 2025. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered under this funding opportunity.
Last Date To Apply
For more information, please visit the grant website here.
