WNE START-UP Grants:
Many individuals and regional organizations are working on innovative conservation plannings or applicable research-based works to support our biodiversity or forest adjacent communities in various ways. This grant is for those enthusiastic individuals or organizations who are looking for small initial supports to kick start their works in the vast field of biodiversity or forest adjacent communities. The grant amount is Rs. 10,000/-. This fund will be provided as the start -up funding. However, there are chances of fund renewal as per the actual outcome of the project.
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This grant opportunity will be opened 4 times in a year. In April, July, September and December​​.
These are the following sectors where you can apply:
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Zoology
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Botany
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Environmental Science
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Economics
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Evolution
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Wildlife Conservation
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Habitat Conservation
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Natural Resource Management
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Wasteland Management
​Some Important Dates:
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Application Opens: 10th April, 2026
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Application Closed: 30th April, 2026
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Announcement of Shortlisted Candidate: 3rd May, 2026
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Interview Date: 10th, 11th May, 2026
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Winner Announcement Date: 13th May, 2026
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MOU Signing: 15th May, 2026
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Release of 1st Trench: 16th May, 2026
2nd Quarter Grant Awardee of the Year 2025-26:
Name of the Grant Awardee: Anitha Kt
Project Name: Establishment and Restoration of Mangrove BioShield in Coastal Areas of Edavannakkad Panchayath
Project Location: Kerala
Project Objectives:
1. Thriving mangrove bio-shield that strengthens and protects coastlines
2. Nurtures rich biodiversity across coastal habitats
3. Empowers local communities through awareness and participation
1st Quarter Grant Awardee of the Year 2025-26:
Name of the Grant Awardee: Rishikesh Tripathi
