Biotechnology Career Advancement And Re-orientation (BioCARe) Programme For Women Scientists

Key facts

Benefit	₹60 lakh yearly
Who	Female scientists
Age limit	Up to 55 years
How paid	Research project funding
Implemented by	Department of Biotechnology
Official portal	dbtindia.gov.in
Application window	Open all year for eligible female scientists.

Benefits

Successful applicants can receive funding of up to ₹60,00,000 for a research project lasting up to three years, along with a monthly fellowship.

Who can apply

Age up to 55
Women / girls only
For: scientist
not income tax payer
no government employee in family
poor household

Eligible applicants are Indian women scientists aged 55 or below, who are not currently employed in permanent positions and do not have family members who are government employees. Candidates must not be registered for a Ph.D. or receiving any fellowships.

Who is not eligible

Income tax payers
Government employees in family
Registered Ph.D. candidates receiving fellowships

How to apply

Interested candidates can apply online through the designated link on the Department of Biotechnology's website.

Visit the Department of Biotechnology's website and locate the BioCARe Programme section.
Read the eligibility criteria and ensure you meet them.
Prepare the required documents, including proof of identity and project proposal.
Fill out the online application form as instructed.
Submit the application before the deadline specified on the website.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Aadhaar Number
Proof of Identity (Govt. issued)
Proof of Address (Govt. issued)
Brief About the Proposal
Brief of the Mentor
Caste Certificate (If SC/ST/OBC)
Disability Certificate (if applicable)
DOB Certificate (Birth Certificate, etc)
Proof of the All the Educational Qualification (Degree Certificate, and Marksheets)
Proof of passing any National level examinations (NET-CSIR/NET-UGC/GATE/DBTJRF/ICAR-JRF/IIT-JAM, etc.) (if applicable)
Information regarding Achievements of the Applicant (e.g. publications, dissertations, patents, books, chapters, etc.)
Declaration by the Candidate

Common problems and how to fix them

Problem	What to do
Application rejected	Ensure all eligibility criteria are met and required documents are submitted correctly.
Funding not received	Contact the host institution's authorities to confirm the grant receipt and follow up with the Department of Biotechnology.

Frequently asked questions

What documents are required for the application?

Applicants need to provide documents such as Aadhaar Number, proof of identity, proof of address, project proposal, and educational qualifications.

Can I apply if I am currently employed in a temporary position?

Yes, women scientists in temporary positions can apply, but they must resign if their project is approved.

Is there an age limit for applicants?

Yes, applicants must be 55 years old or younger at the time of application submission.

What if I have received funding from another government agency?

Candidates who have previously received extramural funding as a Principal Investigator are not eligible to apply for this program.

How long does the project funding last?

The funding is available for a maximum duration of three years.

What is the role of the mentor in the application process?

The mentor must be a permanent employee at the host institution and provide guidance and access to resources for the project.

Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.