Step Into the World’s

Vaccine Capital

Ease of Doing Business

In Telangana

World Leading Innovation

In Pharmaceuticals

Visionaries Behind the Mission

Sri A. Revanth Reddy

Hon’ble Chief Minister, 
Govt. of Telangana

Sri D. Sridhar Babu

Hon’ble minister for IT E&C, I&C,
Govt. of Telangana

Global Impact

Why Telangana, Why Now?

2000+

life sciences companies

7th

Ranked among global Life Sciences hubs (CBRE Global Life Sciences Atlas 2025)

8/10

top global Pharma firms

1/3rd

global Vaccine output

40%

India’s Pharma Production

269+

UFDA Approved facilities

23+

incubators

45+

National Research / Academic Institutions

$100B

Industry Valuation

2000+

life sciences companies

7th

Ranked among global Life Sciences hubs (CBRE Global Life Sciences Atlas 2025)

8/10

top global Pharma firms

1/3rd

global Vaccine output

40%

India’s Pharma Production

269+

UFDA Approved facilities

23+

incubators

45+

National Research / Academic Institutions

$100B

Industry Valuation

Crucial clusters

Telangana’s Innovation Grid: Built for Global Scale

A network of world-class clusters and strong institutional support creates a seamless pipeline from early discovery to global commercialisation.

Supporting Sectors & Industries

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Supporting Sectors & Industries

Driving growth and collaboration are key ecosystem enablers. 1Bio supports biopharma scale-up and emerging innovators, while BTIC provides modular labs for early-stage startups. The FCT Hub strengthens green and continuous chemistry capabilities, and the AMR Centre of Excellence advances responsible, next-gen antibiotic practices. Platforms like BioAsia and C4IR Telangana connect global leaders and accelerate innovation across the life sciences sector.

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Other Initiatives & Opportunities

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Other Initiatives & Opportunities

A diverse range of supporting sectors provides essential assets and services. This includes a robust IT sector for data analytics and AI, a strong engineering base for machinery, and a vast logistics network for global distribution, ensuring seamless operations across the value chain.

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innovation

Where Research Meets Real-World Impact

World’s First DNA-based COVID-19 Vaccine

Low-Cost, High-Efficiency TB Diagnostic Kit

AI-Driven Drug Repurposing Platform

Performance indicators

Driving Growth with Proven Life Sciences Impact

India’s Pharma Capital

Hyderabad alone accounts for 40% of India’s pharmaceutical production, driving the nation’s healthcare and medicine supply.

API Manufacturing Giant

The state produces 40% of India’s total Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients, reinforcing its critical role in global supply chains.

Revenue
Growth
Momentum
$13 B
2020
$50 B
2022
$80 B
2024

ANDA Approvals Leader

Telangana-based companies secure 30% of India’s Abbreviated New Drug Application approvals, highlighting strong R&D and compliance.

talent pool

Powering Future Breakthroughs

A snapshot of Telangana’s vibrant talent ecosystem—urbanizing, literate, and rich in human potential powering life sciences innovation.

38 Million Population

A growing, youthful population ready to fuel industry demand.

77% Working-Age Population

A strong base of active contributors to the workforce.

67% Literacy (81% in Urban)

High literacy especially in urban areas proves a strong knowledge foundation.

Telangana leads with a robust life sciences workforce. Hyderabad notably sends more STEM students to the U.S. than any other Indian city.

45% Employed in Life Sciences

Nearly half the working professionals serve pharma, biotech, and medtech sectors.

Hyderabad Tops STEM Student Migration to U.S.

A strong international presence reflecting high-quality education and ambition.

78 Students Landed Rural-to-Industry Roles

Targeted skilling placed students from rural areas into life sciences jobs. The Times of India

Telangana boasts a wide network of educational institutions producing skilled graduates every year, strengthening life sciences pipelines.

4,750 Institutions Statewide

Vast range of colleges, including international partnerships, fueling talent supply.

250,000+ Graduates Annually

A large annual graduation rate keeps the talent reservoir replenished.

151 Engineering & 47 Pharmacy Colleges

Strong technical and domain-specific training hubs for future innovators.

incentives

Opportunities Backed by

Unmatched Incentives

Significant Tax Reimbursements

Get 50–75% State GST reimbursement for 7 years after commercial production.

Fully Covered Training Costs

Government bears 100% skilling and training expenses for your workforce.

Tailored Benefits for Mega Projects

Custom incentives and policies for investments exceeding $35 million.

Cleaner Production Subsidy

25% subsidy for implementing specific eco-friendly and sustainable production measures.

PROCEDURE

From Application to Allocation — Made Simple

From Application To Allocation
Apply via TGIIC Portal
Submit original documents
Reviewed by Committee
Provisional Allotment
Payment
Final Allotment
Posession
Registration
Apply via TGIIC Portal
Submit original documents
Reviewed by Committee
Provisional Allotment
Payment
Registration
Final Allotment
Posession
success stories

Impact in Action

SMT’s Success Story - Case Study

Medtonic’s Success Story - Case Study

Export Leap in Specialty Generics

IICT & Pfizer: Molecule to Market Faster

Meet our team

Leaders Paving the Way

Sri. Sanjay kumar, IAS

Special Chief Secretary

Mr. Shakthi Nagappan

Director, Life Sciences and Pharma,
CEO, Telangana Life Sciences