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About BBC

The Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre (BBC) is a flagship government initiative dedicated to nurturing innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization in the biotechnology sector. Strategically located in Bengaluru, Karnataka - widely known as the Silicon Valley of India - BBC serves as a catalyst for next-generation biotech startups, researchers, and innovators.

Jointly established by the Department of IT, BT and S&T, Government of Karnataka, and the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, BBC offers a world-class innovation ecosystem designed to accelerate the journey from idea to impact.

BBC provides access to state-of-the-art laboratory infrastructure, advanced scientific equipment, and shared facilities, enabling startups to focus on innovation without heavy upfront capital investment. Beyond infrastructure, the Centre plays a pivotal role in empowering entrepreneurs through mentorship from industry experts, structured incubation programs, networking with investors and industry leaders, and access to government and private funding opportunities.

By actively fostering collaboration between academia, industry, startups, and government bodies, BBC creates a vibrant platform for knowledge exchange, translational research, and commercialization of breakthrough technologies. Its mission is to strengthen India’s biotechnology ecosystem, drive sustainable innovation, and position Bengaluru as a global hub for biotech research and entrepreneurship.

K-Tech
Startup Karnataka
Startup India
DST Nidhi
Department of Biotechnology

Our Core Pillars

Everything you need to go from Molecule to Market.

Pre Incubate
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Pre Incubate

Nurturing early-stage ideas and transforming proofs of concept into viable business models.

Incubate
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Incubate

Flexible lab modules and office spaces tailored for early-stage startups.

Innovate
🔬

Innovate

Access to high-end instrumentation: NMR, Mass Spec, Flow Cytometry.

Accelerate
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Accelerate

Structured programs to connect with VCs, industry partners, and legal experts.

Our Services

Catering to every needs of a business from a startup ideation to growth stage to large corporation, BBC has everything covered.

Knowledge & Technology support
Startup Facilitation Centre
Business Facilitation Centre
Infrastructure Support
IP Facilitation Centre
Lab facilities

Government of Karnataka Policies

Information Technology Policy (2020 – 2025)

Information Technology Policy (2020 – 2025)

Enhancing infrastructure, markets, ecosystem, talent & ease of doing business to drive IT industry growth.

Karnataka Biotechnology Policy (2024 - 2029)

Karnataka Biotechnology Policy (2024 - 2029)

A testament to robust ecosystem, innovative initiatives, and unwavering government support with a flourishing bioeconomy.

Karnataka Startup Policy (2022 - 2027)

Karnataka Startup Policy (2022 - 2027)

Positioning the state as a leader in fostering startups nationally & globally through a tech-driven ecosystem.

Karnataka Data Centre Policy (2022 - 2027)

Karnataka Data Centre Policy (2022 - 2027)

Driving demand and value creation for data centers by fostering a robust and well-connected ecosystem.

Karnataka Cyber Security Policy 2024

Karnataka Cyber Security Policy 2024

Creating millions of jobs, driving innovations, and launching landmark e-Governance using Cyber Security.

Karnataka ESD & Manufacturing Policy (2017 - 2022)

Karnataka ESD & Manufacturing Policy (2017 - 2022)

Contributing significantly to the country’s revenues from IT, biotechnology, ESDM, and aerospace.

Engineering Research & Development Policy 2021

Engineering Research & Development Policy 2021

Integrating R&D across sectors, fostering a research-friendly environment while emphasizing talent development.

AVGC – XR Policy (2024 - 2029)

AVGC – XR Policy (2024 - 2029)

Leadership position in Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics, and Extended Reality (AVGC-XR) sector.

Karnataka Global Capability Centre Policy (2024 - 2029)

Karnataka Global Capability Centre Policy (2024 - 2029)

Leading India’s innovation with 35% of the nation’s GCC workforce, transitioning to innovation hubs.

Karnataka Space Technology Policy (2024 - 2029)

Karnataka Space Technology Policy (2024 - 2029)

Transformation in electronics, mechanical systems, material sciences, propulsion systems & AI/ML.

Our Partners

Business Partners

HDFC Bank
HDFC Bank
ICICI Bank
ICICI Bank
Yes Bank
Yes Bank
National Research Development Corporation (NRDC)
National Research Development Corporation (NRDC)
C-CAMP
C-CAMP
SanchiConnect
SanchiConnect
AMR Insights
AMR Insights
Mazumdar Shaw Medical Foundation (MSMF)
Mazumdar Shaw Medical Foundation (MSMF)
Indian Institute of Science (IISc) - SID
Indian Institute of Science (IISc) - SID
La Trobe University
La Trobe University
BIRAC
BIRAC
KITS (Karnataka Innovation and Technology Society)
KITS (Karnataka Innovation and Technology Society)
NABARD
NABARD
HDFC Bank
HDFC Bank
ICICI Bank
ICICI Bank
Yes Bank
Yes Bank
National Research Development Corporation (NRDC)
National Research Development Corporation (NRDC)
C-CAMP
C-CAMP
SanchiConnect
SanchiConnect
AMR Insights
AMR Insights
Mazumdar Shaw Medical Foundation (MSMF)
Mazumdar Shaw Medical Foundation (MSMF)
Indian Institute of Science (IISc) - SID
Indian Institute of Science (IISc) - SID
La Trobe University
La Trobe University
BIRAC
BIRAC
KITS (Karnataka Innovation and Technology Society)
KITS (Karnataka Innovation and Technology Society)
NABARD
NABARD

Academic Partners

IBAB
IBAB
CHG
CHG
IISc
IISc
NCBS
NCBS
JNCASR
JNCASR
University of Agricultural Sciences
University of Agricultural Sciences
GKVK
GKVK
NIMHANS
NIMHANS
InStem
InStem
La Trobe University
La Trobe University
Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Manipal Academy of Higher Education
REVA University
REVA University
MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology
MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology
PES University
PES University
RV College of Engineering
RV College of Engineering
BMS College of Engineering
BMS College of Engineering
Dayananda Sagar University
Dayananda Sagar University
Jain University
Jain University
Bangalore University
Bangalore University
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
NITTE University
NITTE University
Christ University
Christ University
IBAB
IBAB
CHG
CHG
IISc
IISc
NCBS
NCBS
JNCASR
JNCASR
University of Agricultural Sciences
University of Agricultural Sciences
GKVK
GKVK
NIMHANS
NIMHANS
InStem
InStem
La Trobe University
La Trobe University
Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Manipal Academy of Higher Education
REVA University
REVA University
MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology
MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology
PES University
PES University
RV College of Engineering
RV College of Engineering
BMS College of Engineering
BMS College of Engineering
Dayananda Sagar University
Dayananda Sagar University
Jain University
Jain University
Bangalore University
Bangalore University
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
NITTE University
NITTE University
Christ University
Christ University

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