Membership Categories

BOSIF offers multiple membership categories to ensure broad and inclusive participation across the ecosystem.


Institutional Members

Educational institutions such as universities, colleges, research institutes, and academic bodies.

Typical participants include:

  • Universities and deemed universities
  • Engineering, science, and technology colleges
  • Research institutions and centers of excellence

Institutional membership focuses on education, research, student enablement, and faculty participation.


Corporate Members

Organizations interested in supporting and participating in open source ecosystem development.

Typical participants include:

  • Enterprises
  • Technology companies
  • System integrators
  • Industry bodies

Corporate membership does not provide preferential access, control, or commercial rights over BOSIF activities or projects.


Individual Members

Professionals, researchers, educators, developers, and contributors who wish to participate in BOSIF initiatives in an individual capacity.


Student Members

Students enrolled in recognized educational institutions who wish to engage with open source projects, mentorship programs, and community initiatives.

Student membership is designed to be accessible and inclusive.