Call for
Launching Entrepreneurs for Affordable Products Fund
About Organisation
Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP) is a pioneering initiative in India dedicated to supporting the growth and development of cutting-edge life sciences and biotechnology startups. It plays a critical role in advancing innovative research and translating it into impactful real-world solutions. In partnership with the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC), C-CAMP aims to foster an ecosystem that empowers entrepreneurs and researchers to turn their ideas into market-ready technologies. Through various funding schemes, incubation programs, and technical platforms, C-CAMP helps bridge the gap between early-stage innovation and successful commercialization. The organization is deeply committed to nurturing impactful science and technology-based solutions that address pressing healthcare, agricultural, and environmental challenges. By promoting entrepreneurship and supporting the journey of startups, C-CAMP is contributing significantly to the growth of the Indian biotech sector and fostering innovation-led economic development.
About the Grant
The Launching Entrepreneurs for Affordable Products (LEAP) Fund is an initiative by C-CAMP in partnership with BIRAC, designed to provide financial assistance to early-stage startups in the biotech and life sciences sectors. This fund supports the piloting and commercialization of innovative, technology-driven products, helping reduce the time from prototype to market. LEAP Fund aims to act as a crucial accelerator for startups with potential to generate intellectual property and address unmet needs through novel technologies. The funding support, offered in the form of equity or equity-linked instruments, ensures that deserving startups can access vital resources to bring their solutions to the market. The program emphasizes product-based innovations that promise real-world impact, with a focus on robust commercialization strategies, market readiness, and scalability. With this fund, C-CAMP aims to empower startups with the tools and support they need to succeed and drive meaningful change in society.
Who can Apply?
Indian startups registered under the Companies Act, 2013 are eligible to apply for the LEAP Fund, provided that at least 51% of their shareholding is held by Indian citizens (excluding OCI/PIO holders). To qualify as a startup, the company must focus on innovation, development, deployment, or commercialization of technology-driven products, processes, or services based on intellectual property. Additionally, the company’s turnover must not have exceeded ₹100 crore in any financial year, and it should be within 10 years of incorporation. The LEAP Fund seeks startups that are product-oriented, possess novel technology with potential for IP generation, and aim to fulfill unmet needs with measurable impact. Applicants must also demonstrate a capable technical and business team, a solid understanding of their target market and customers, and a strong business plan. Willingness to share equity is a mandatory criterion for selection.
How to Apply?
Eligible startups can apply by submitting a detailed proposal, including their technology roadmap, business plan, market strategy, and commercialization potential. Applications are evaluated based on innovation, impact, and team strength.
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