Grants of up to BDT 2.5 Crore for Bangladeshi industries—and academic or training institutions—to collaborate and co-innovate solutions to real industry challenges. The BIRDI Grants support applied research and cross-sector collaborations to drive innovations across a spectrum of industry sectors. With a total BDT 75 Crore pilot fund, this is your opportunity to turn bold ideas into meaningful impact.
BIRDI supports innovative research projects that address practical industry challenges, promoting technological advancement and competitive advantage for Bangladeshi industries.
The program encourages collaboration between research institutions, universities, skills training institutes, and industries to ensure practical application of research outcomes in commercial settings.
BIRDI grants expect to create significant economic value through improved industry processes, new product development, and enhanced manufacturing and service capabilities.
The program includes comprehensive capacity building initiatives to develop skilled researchers and technical professionals capable of driving innovation.