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AIC-Nalanda has announced SURGE 5.0, its annual 12-month cohort-based incubation program to support early-stage startups with up to ₹20 lakh in seed funding, deep mentorship, and ecosystem access. Open to startups with a functional prototype or above, the application deadline is extended to 31st April 2025.
TuTr Hyperloop, a deep-tech startup incubated at IIT Madras, is advancing India’s high-speed transit ambitions through key partnerships with Germany’s TUM, Neoways, and engineering giant SYSTRA. With ongoing work on India’s first hyperloop test track, the startup aims to commercialize hyperloop technology for scalable, carbon-neutral transportation solutions by 2047.
Krafton has announced six startups for the second cohort of its India Gaming Incubator (KIGI), extending support to emerging gaming hubs like Kolkata and Madurai. Each studio will receive up to $150,000 in funding, mentorship, and access to tools from partners like AccelByte, AppMagic, Liftoff's GameRefinery, and AWS.
AIC-Nalanda has been awarded the prestigious title of “Best Incubator for Nurturing IP” at the National Intellectual Property Awards 2024. Presented by Commerce & Industry Minister Shri Piyush Goyal, the award recognizes AIC-Nalanda’s outstanding efforts in supporting startups through IP mentorship, patent facilitation, and innovation-driven entrepreneurship.
The Indian government has approved ₹916.91 crore in funding for 217 startup incubators under the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme. These incubators will play a crucial role in supporting early-stage startups across India by offering capital, mentorship, infrastructure, and market access to accelerate innovation, job creation, and entrepreneurship.
IDEANEST 5.0 by AIC-Nalanda invites early-stage startups and student innovators to a structured pre-incubation journey. Offering expert mentorship, business modeling, and investor connects, the program focuses on sectors like Agritech, Health, EdTech, IT, Clean Energy, and more. Applications are open until 30th March 2025.
Join OTAP—Odisha's first tourism-focused accelerator—empowering travel startups with mentorship, funding access, and resources. Discover new frontiers in one of India’s most vibrant tourism destinations and shape the future of travel.
IIT Madras Entrepreneurship Cell is hosting I-Summit 2025, a premier event aimed at bridging startups with India’s top incubators. The summit features direct incubation opportunities, tailored mentoring, and networking platforms. With registration open until January 28, 2025, the event promises to catalyze India’s entrepreneurial ecosystem by connecting startups with resources critical for their success.
Boeing has opened applications for the fourth edition of its Boeing University Innovation Leadership Development (BUILD) programme for 2024-25, targeting university graduates and early-stage startup entrepreneurs in India. This year’s launch event featured 40 angel investors and venture capitalists reviewing startup ideas from past winners, offering significant exposure and investment opportunities. Boeing continues its collaboration with seven Indian incubators, including IIT-Mumbai and IISc-Bengaluru, to support participants. Finalists will undergo boot camps, and winners, announced in January 2025, will receive grants of ₹10 lakh each. The last date for applications is October 15, 2024, with further details available on Boeing's official website.
IIT Kanpur's Startup Incubation and Innovation Centre (SIIC) has unveiled the UDAAN programme to foster growth in the drone industry. This initiative, supported by the Drone Federation of India and the Government of Uttar Pradesh, aims to incubate 20 drone startups annually. These startups will benefit from advanced R&D facilities, financial opportunities, and industry connections at SIIC. UDAAN will offer targeted business development strategies, crucial market insights, and access to specialized testing labs to aid these ventures in scaling effectively.
The Skill India Digital Accelerator Program, an innovative partnership between T-Hub, NSDC, and HDFC's Parivartan Startup Grants, has achieved a significant milestone by concluding its latest cohort. This pioneering initiative is dedicated to boosting skill development and employability through the strategic support of startups that bring fresh, transformative solutions to the table. Focusing on inclusivity and technological integration, the program has empowered ten exceptional startups, ensuring they are well-equipped to enhance India’s skill development landscape. With an emphasis on practical tools and accessibility, these startups are now poised to make a lasting impact on the workforce, driving India towards a more skilled and future-ready nation.
ThinKuvate, a prominent Singapore-based angel investment network, has launched its first India-focused fund, the ThinKuvate India Fund – I, with a substantial corpus of Rs 100 crore. Dedicated to empowering technology startups, the fund aims to invest up to Rs 3 crore in 12-15 innovative companies annually across emerging hubs like Nagpur, Raipur, Bangalore, and Chennai. With a robust track record and strategic focus on fostering international investments in India, ThinKuvate is poised to catalyze significant growth in the Indian tech ecosystem.