6th Akash Acceleration Program at AIC - IIIT Hyderabad

AIC - IIIT Hyderabad

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About this Opportunity

The Akash Acceleration Program is the flagship six-month accelerator run by AIC - IIIT Hyderabad for early-stage, tech-based social startups working towards Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The program is designed to help social entrepreneurs refine their business models, strengthen technical capabilities, and build scalable and sustainable impact-driven ventures. It combines structured bootcamps, leadership development, mentoring, and access to IIIT Hyderabad’s deep tech ecosystem.

Selected startups receive seed investment support along with extensive non-financial benefits such as access to research labs, technology expertise, investor networks, and ongoing business coaching. The program is delivered through a mix of virtual and in-person engagement.

Eligibility

  • Early-stage, for-profit social startups based in India.
  • Startups may be incorporated or unincorporated at the time of application.
  • Eligible sectors include Healthcare IT, HealthTech/MedTech, Sustainability, Environment, Waste Management, Clean Energy, AgriTech/Food Processing, EdTech, FinTech enablers, Social Innovation, Circular Economy, and related SDG-aligned domains.
  • Startups should be at prototype, user, or paying customer stage.
  • Startups may or may not have raised prior funding and may or may not be generating revenue.

Application Process

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