Call for Proposals

DBT- Call for proposals on T Cell based Vaccines and Biologics in Infectious diseases, Cancer and Autoimmune diseases

This call aims to support programs spanning discovery research, technology development, preclinical validation and early clinical validation of T-cell-based vaccines, biologics, and cellular therapies for infectious diseases, cancer and autoimmune disease conditions.

Eligibility:   1.   Lead PI: Indian Nationals holding a regular position in a DSIR-recognized academic or scientific institution.   2.   Eligible Organizations: Central/State Government Institutions; Private Universities/Research Institutions (DSIR recognized) NGOs (DSIR-recognized, Must be registered on the DARPAN Portal of NITI Aayog).   3.   PI(s) who have ongoing DBT funded projects with a cumulative funding of Rs. 20 crore or more (wherever he or she is receiving funds as PI/Co-PI) will not be considered.

 Last date: Tuesday, October 06, 2026

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