There are five research divisions at NIBGE namely, Agricultural Biotechnology, Health Biotechnology, Industrial Biotechnology, Environmental Biotechnology and Technical Services divisions. In agriculture research sector, the relationship of gemini viruses with cotton leaf curl disease has been understood at molecular level. Development of GM crops by genetic engineering is a routine. Insect and disease resistant cotton varieties have been released. Biofertilizer's with the trade name BioPower have been launched for various crops, use of those not only reduces the inputs of chemical fertilizers but also enhances the yield to significant levels. In the area of health, NIBGE is the first institute to develop PCR based tests for various diseases. Industrial progression has a direct link with country's economy. Globally, biotechnology industry has been very instrumental in uplifting the overall socio-economic level of societies. Biotechnology linked industries have been carefully listed for..