Is this grant equity-free and non-repayable?

Yes. The funding is explicitly non-dilutive — no equity is taken and the grant does not need to be repaid.

What is the maximum funding available?

Selected awardees can receive up to ₹1 crore (INR 1 crore) in non-dilutive funding support per project.

When can I apply — is there a fixed deadline?

The WIN CoE follows a rolling call mechanism. Proposals can be submitted on a monthly basis, with submissions closing on the 20th of each month. This provides continuous opportunities to apply throughout the year.

What can the grant funds be used for?

The funding can be used for pilot studies, validation experiments, prototype refinement, scaling up the innovation, and generating critical technical or clinical data required for the next stage of fundraising or market entry.

Does my technology need to have IP or patent potential?

Yes. The innovation must be novel with potential for intellectual property generation. Applicants should have or be developing a clear IP strategy as part of the commercialisation roadmap.

C-CAMP Wadhwani Innovation Network (WIN) CoE Non-Dilutive Funding Program

Q: Who can apply to the C-CAMP WIN CoE Non-Dilutive Funding Program?

Indian startups and academic innovators working on translation-based technologies with clear commercialisation potential in healthcare, drugs, medical devices, diagnostics, industrial biotechnology, or agriculture are eligible. The technology must be at TRL 4 or above and must be product-oriented rather than service-based.

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.

C-CAMP Wadhwani Innovation Network (WIN) CoE Non-Dilutive Funding Program

C-CAMP Wadhwani Innovation Network (WIN) CoE Non-Dilutive Funding Program

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