C-CAMP Wadhwani Innovation Network (WIN) Centre of Excellence Non-Dilutive Funding Program

About this grant

The C-CAMP Wadhwani Innovation Network (WIN) Centre of Excellence is a collaborative initiative between C-CAMP and the Wadhwani Foundation, established to accelerate the translation and commercialization of research-driven innovations in biotechnology and bioengineering. The program is structured to support Indian startups and academic innovators working on deep-tech, science-led solutions with strong commercialization potential. This funding opportunity offers non-dilutive financial support of up to INR 1 crore per selected awardee, aimed at advancing technologies beyond TRL 4. The funding can be utilized for pilot and validation studies, prototype refinement, scaling up innovations, and generating critical data required to secure subsequent levels of funding or market entry. The initiative aligns with national priorities by fostering industry-ready solutions, enabling job creation, and strengthening India’s leadership in life sciences and deep-tech innovation. The WIN CoE focuses on key innovation domains including healthcare, drugs, medical devices, diagnostics, industrial biotechnology, and agriculture. The program follows a rolling call mechanism, allowing applicants to submit proposals on a monthly basis, thereby providing continuous opportunities for eligible innovators to seek support for their translational research and product development efforts.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• Indian startups or academic innovators are eligible to apply
• The applicant must be working on translation-based technologies with clear commercialization potential
• Technologies should be product-oriented and not service-based
• The innovation must be novel with potential for intellectual property generation
• The project should address an unmet need and demonstrate clear impact
• The team must have strong technical and business capabilities
• A defined business model, commercialization strategy, and market roadmap are required
• The technology should be at TRL 4 or above

What the funding covers

• Grant amount: ₹1 to ₹10,000,000
• The C-CAMP Wadhwani Innovation Network (WIN) Centre of Excellence is a collaborative initiative between C-CAMP and the Wadhwani Foundation, established to accelerate the translation and commercialization of research-driven innovations in biotechnology and bioengineering
• The program is structured to support Indian startups and academic innovators working on deep-tech, science-led solutions with strong commercialization potential
• This funding opportunity offers non-dilutive financial support of up to INR 1 crore per selected awardee, aimed at advancing technologies beyond TRL 4

How to apply

1. 1Applicants prepare a detailed proposal outlining the technology, innovation, and commercialization potential
2. 2Proposals are submitted as part of a rolling call before the 20th of every month
3. 3Applications are reviewed based on translational potential, innovation merit, impact, and team strength
4. 4Shortlisted applicants may be invited for further evaluation or discussions
5. 5Selected awardees receive non-dilutive funding support and ecosystem engagement through C-CAMP

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