ABOUT US

CDFD Technology Incubator is a business incubator under the aegis of Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics, an autonomous organization under the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India. It is dedicated to nurturing, promoting, and accelerating early-stage innovations in life sciences and related disciplines.

Collaboration

We actively seek out collaborative opportunities with industry leaders, research institutions, and entrepreneurs to leverage expertise and resources for mutual growth.

Technology Transfer

CDFD through Biotech Consortium India Limited (BCIL) facilitates the transfer of CDFD's innovative technologies, tools, and intellectual property to commercial entities for further development and market deployment. Along with that, it also engages in strategic licensing agreements and partnerships that allow for discoveries to reach a wider audience, maximizing their impact.

Licensing & Partnerships

We engage in strategic licensing agreements and partnerships that allow our discoveries to reach a wider audience, maximizing their impact.

Our Partners & Supporters

We support the growth of startups by providing mentorship, resources, and access to CDFD's research infrastructure.

Our Offerings

From Lab to Market

Providing compete handholding throughout your journey from lab to market.

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Co-working Space

Shared office amenities, desk space, high-speed WIFI, conference rooms for virtual and in-person meetings, and breakout areas.

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Mentoring

Access to a broad network of mentors from various fields, including science, business, regulatory, and finance

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Networking

A dynamic environment for entrepreneurs and scientists in which we provide a strong network, facilitate idea sharing, and connect with NGOs, industries, research institutes, government organisations and investors.

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Success Stories

Utopia Therapeutics


Utopia Therapeutics Pvt Ltd is an emerging biotech startup committed to developing innovative solutions for global unmet medical needs, with a special focus on addressing healthcare challenges in India. As India faces a growing burden of metabolic diseases like fatty liver and obesity, Utopia is pioneering a first-of-its-kind vaccine designed to transform disease management and provide relief to millions of patients. The startup was recognised as one of the Top 5 Startups at Bio Asia 2025 organised by Govt. of Telangana. The startup has also filed two provisional patents, one for a first-in-class vaccine aimed at reducing cardiovascular risks and another for an innovative stem cell GPS platform.

Promecens Entosystems


Promecens Entosystems Pvt Ltd is dedicated to pioneering sustainable biotechnology solutions, specializing in advanced biopolymers (melanin and chitosan) with applications across pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, and solar energy. Leveraging natural antimicrobial peptides and cutting-edge technology, Promecens aims to foster environmentally friendly innovations that enhance product performance, durability, and sustainability for diverse industrial markets. The startup has securing funding of INR 50 lakhs through Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS) and INR 4.5 lakhs through Kemmin CSR Grant. The startup has also filed a provisional patent for a method of extracting high-grade melanin from Hermetia illucens larvae.

Enzychroma


Enzychroma (Ethnobio Deeptech Innovations Pvt Ltd) with its innovative and sustainable enzymatic hair coloring technology, intends to overcome the hair dye precursors-induced toxicities and related risks, redefining India's beauty and personal care industry. The startup has securing funding of INR 31 lakhs through Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS) and INR 10 lakhs through NIDHI Prayas Scheme with the support of CDFD Technology Incubator.

DrOmics


DrOmics Labs Pvt Ltd is a startup engaged in providing molecular diagnostics tests specialising in genomics and bioinformatics, focusing on personalised medicine through advanced sequencing technologies with an aim to revolutionise healthcare with precise and effective treatments. Dr Deepshikha Satish, Founder & CEO, Dr Omics Labs was honored as the Women Entrepreneur of the Year at Startup Story Media Entrepreneur Awards 2024. The startup has been awarded a grant of $25,000 from Illumina.

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