Central Government · Women-led
Call for Proposals under Femtech
BIRAC (Department of Biotechnology)
Checked against the official page on 12 November 2026
- Funding
- Investment, market and technology linkages (amount not stated in the call)
- Last date or window
- Due 23 Nov 2026
Who can apply
Startup within the DPIIT definition (Pvt Ltd, LLP or equivalent) with an Indian woman founder, co-founder or CXO, and at least 51% held by Indian citizens.
Key points from the official page
- Applications close on 23 November 2026.
- The call supports women-led startups through investment opportunities and market and technology linkages. It does not state a maximum amount.
- The applicant must be an Indian entity (private limited company, LLP or equivalent) within the DPIIT definition of a startup, with an Indian woman founder, co-founder or CXO.
- At least 51% of the shares must be held by Indian citizens.
How to apply
Applications are made online through the Femtech application link on BIRAC's call page.
Official page: BIRAC (Department of Biotechnology)
Before you apply
We help clients check eligibility, prepare the application, and file within the window. Most schemes also look at the company's records: incorporation, shareholding, DPIIT recognition where it is needed, and board approvals.
Frequently asked questions
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General information from the scheme's official page as on 12 November 2026. Amounts, dates and eligibility can change between cycles; confirm them on the official page before applying.