Department of Biotechnology opens Scientist ‘C’ recruitment for 10 posts
The Department of Biotechnology has opened recruitment for 10 Scientist ‘C’ posts in Pay Matrix Level-11. Applications open February 14, 2026 and close March 15, 2026.
The Department of Biotechnology has opened recruitment for 10 Scientist ‘C’ posts in Pay Matrix Level-11. Applications open February 14, 2026 and close March 15, 2026.
India is expanding rare disease support under the 2021 policy, with aid up to Rs 50 lakh and 15 Centres of Excellence. Officials also called for local innovation as treatment costs can reach ₹16 crore.
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced the first national call for the ₹2,000 crore BIRAC–RDI Fund under India's ₹1 lakh crore Research, Development, and Innovation initiative, marking a major push to scale biotechnology innovations and strengthen India's position in the global biotech race.