ACIC CBIT
CBIT
Pre-incubation, incubation and acceleration programmes, plus labs and a co-working space, run from the CBIT campus in Telangana.
ACIC CBIT at a glance
| Part of | CBIT |
|---|---|
| Address | Hyderabad, Telangana, India |
| Programmes | 7 standing programmes |
| Stages supported | Idea, Prototype, MVP |
| Fees | 1 of 5 programmes that state a policy are free |
| Official website | acic-cbit.in |
Which ACIC CBIT programme fits you
7 programmes compared by who they are for, the stage they accept, how long they run and what they cost.
By stage
- Idea
- Pre-Incubation Programme
- Prototype
- Incubation Programme
- MVP
- Incubation Programme
| Programme | Best for | Stage | Duration | Format | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Incubation Programme | Aspiring entrepreneurs with an innovative idea | Idea | 3 months | — | Paid |
| Incubation Programme | Innovators and startups with a prototype or MVP | Prototype – MVP | — | — | Paid |
| Liftoff Accelerator Program | Early-stage startups preparing for investor presentations | — | — | — | Free |
| Grassroots Innovation Program (GRIP) | Young people aged 18 to 22 interested in innovation | — | — | — | Paid |
| Innovation Yatra | Anyone interested in innovation, not only innovators | — | — | — | Paid |
| Community Innovator Fellowship Program (CIF)With Atal Innovation Mission, NITI Aayog, UNDP India | Aspiring community innovators | — | One year | — | — |
| Makers Community | Students, faculty and professionals with a passion for product development | — | — | — | — |
Programmes they run
Standing programmes at ACIC CBIT, separate from the funding calls above.
ACIC-CBIT runs pre-incubation, incubation, acceleration, fellowship and community programmes. Pre-incubation, incubation and GRIP charge fees, and the Liftoff Accelerator Program is free of cost. The site banner and the programme pages do not agree on pre-incubation intake, so check the programme page before applying.
Pre-Incubation Programme
IncubationA three-month programme that helps people with an innovative idea turn it into a viable product and startup.
Best for: Aspiring entrepreneurs with an innovative idea
- Idea
- 3 months
- Paid
What you get, who can apply and how to applyHide details
The Pre-Incubation Programme is a three-month programme for people who have an innovative idea and want to convert it into a viable product and startup. Participants who complete it receive an e-certificate.
What you get
- Access to testing equipment, 3D printing, and IoT, drone and mechanical labs
- Access to a co-working space
- An e-certificate on successful completion
Who can apply
- Aspiring entrepreneurs and innovators with an innovative idea
- Its eligibility section names SDG 3, SDG 9 and SDG 11 as focus areas, while its FAQ notes that the programme is not limited to those goals
How to apply: Use the “Click Here to Apply” button on the programme page. The site banner says applications are open, but the programme page says the next batch starts soon and the current cohort is graduating, so confirm the intake before applying.
Incubation Programme
IncubationA programme for innovators and startups that already have a prototype or MVP and want to take their ventures further.
Best for: Innovators and startups with a prototype or MVP
- Prototype – MVP
- Paid
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The Incubation Programme is for innovators and startups that already have a prototype or a minimum viable product. It is built to help them refine their strategies and take their ventures to the next level.
Its page gives the length as six months in the programme text and as 6 to 12 months in its details box.
What you get
- Virtual incubation
- Co-working facilities
Who can apply
- Innovators and startups with a working prototype or MVP
How to apply: Use the “Click Here to Apply” button on the programme page. Registration and monthly fees apply.
Liftoff Accelerator Program
AcceleratorA milestone-driven accelerator that helps early-stage startups prepare for investor presentations, at no cost.
Best for: Early-stage startups preparing for investor presentations
- Free
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The Liftoff Accelerator Program is a structured, milestone-driven accelerator for early-stage startups. It helps them achieve business readiness, strengthen their operations and prepare confidently for investor presentations. The programme is free of cost.
What you get
- Software, cloud and tool credits to accelerate product development
- A structured track built around milestones
How to apply: Use the “Apply for Liftoff Now” button on the programme page.
Grassroots Innovation Program (GRIP)
ProgrammeA programme that builds innovation and entrepreneurship skills in young people aged 18 to 22.
Best for: Young people aged 18 to 22 interested in innovation
- Paid
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The Grassroots Innovation Program (GRIP) is for enthusiastic young people who want to upgrade their skills, delve into innovation and explore entrepreneurship opportunities. It is designed for 20 youths per cohort.
Who can apply
- Individuals aged 18 to 22
How to apply: Use the “Click Here to Apply” button on the programme page. A programme fee applies.
Innovation Yatra
ProgrammeA five-day yatra for people interested in innovation. Its dates are in 2024, so this is a past edition.
Best for: Anyone interested in innovation, not only innovators
- Paid
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The Innovation Yatra is a five-day programme for people interested in innovation. The dates on its pages are in 2024, and they do not agree with each other. The Yatra page gives 12 to 16 March 2024, while its FAQ gives 20 to 25 February 2024 with an application deadline of 25 January 2024. Both sets of dates are in the past.
After shortlisting, the fee covers accommodation, food and travel.
Who can apply
- Anyone interested in innovation. Being an innovator or entrepreneur is not a prerequisite, according to its FAQ.
How selection works: Applicants complete an application form covering basic details, essays and identification proof. Shortlisted applicants get an interview call. Those who are cleared receive an offer letter to join, and then make the first payment to confirm the seat.
A year-long intensive fellowship for aspiring community innovators, run with Atal Innovation Mission, NITI Aayog and UNDP India.
Best for: Aspiring community innovators
- One year
With Atal Innovation Mission, NITI Aayog, UNDP India
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The Community Innovator Fellowship Program (CIF) is an intensive, year-long fellowship for aspiring community innovators. ACIC-CBIT runs it in collaboration with Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog and UNDP India.
How to apply: Use the “Click Here to Apply” button on the programme page.
Makers Community
PlatformA community for people who build products, open to students, faculty, lab technicians and professionals.
Best for: Students, faculty and professionals with a passion for product development
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The Makers Community is open to students, faculty, lab technicians, enthusiasts and professionals with a passion for product development, innovation and collaboration.
Incubation tracks
ACIC CBIT runs a virtual track, so you can join without relocating.
Incubation comes in virtual and co-working forms. Pre-incubation is a separate three-month track.
| Track | Type | Space | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-incubationThree months. | Pre-incubation | — | — |
| Virtual incubation | Virtual incubation | — | — |
| Co-workingDesks in a co-working space designed for individuals and teams. | Resident incubation | — | — |
Labs & facilities
Equipment and space on campus.
The centre lists 3D printing and mechanical labs, IoT and drone labs, testing equipment and a co-working space.
3D printing and mechanical labs
IoT and drone labs
Co-working space
Designed for individuals and teams alike.
Recognitions & empanelments
Official approvals this incubator holds.
Atal Community Innovation Centre
The centre's about page says AIM selected CBIT for an Atal Community Innovation Centre on its campus and approved its establishment. An older CBIT document is reported to describe that approval as still pending.
How to apply to ACIC CBIT
Choosing the right programme
- An idea but no prototype yet: the Pre-Incubation Programme.
- A prototype or MVP: the Incubation Programme. If you are an early-stage startup preparing for investor presentations, look at the Liftoff Accelerator Program.
- Aged 18 to 22 and interested in innovation: the Grassroots Innovation Program.
- Working on community innovation: the Community Innovator Fellowship Program.
- A student, faculty member, technician or professional who builds products: the Makers Community.
How applications work
- Pre-incubation, incubation, GRIP and the fellowship all use the “Click Here to Apply” button on their programme pages.
- Check the intake before you apply. The site banner says pre-incubation applications are open, but the programme page says the next batch starts soon and the current cohort is graduating.
- The Innovation Yatra uses an application form covering basic details, essays and identification proof. Its dates are in 2024, so check whether a new edition has been announced.
How selection works
- Innovation Yatra: shortlisted applicants get an interview call. Those who are cleared receive an offer letter to join, and then make the first payment to confirm the seat.
Costs
- Pre-incubation, incubation and GRIP charge fees. Incubation has a registration fee and a monthly fee.
- After shortlisting, the Innovation Yatra fee covers food, accommodation and travel.
- The Liftoff Accelerator Program is free of cost.
About ACIC CBIT
ACIC-CBIT is the Atal Community Innovation Centre on the campus of CBIT in Telangana. It is run by the ACIC-CBIT Research and Entrepreneurship Foundation, a registered Section 8 company. The centre offers pre-incubation, incubation, acceleration, fellowship and community programmes to founders and innovators.
How programmes work
The Pre-Incubation Programme runs for three months and helps people with an innovative idea turn it into a viable product and startup. Participants who complete it receive an e-certificate. The Incubation Programme is for teams with a prototype or a minimum viable product, and it is offered in virtual and co-working forms. Its page gives the length as six months in the programme text and as 6 to 12 months in its details box, so confirm the term before you commit.
The Liftoff Accelerator Program is a structured, milestone-driven track for early-stage startups that want to prepare for investor presentations. It is free of cost and includes software, cloud and tool credits to speed up product development.
Several other programmes sit alongside these. The Grassroots Innovation Program (GRIP) is designed for 20 youths per cohort and is open to people aged 18 to 22. The Community Innovator Fellowship Program is a year-long, intensive fellowship for aspiring community innovators, run with Atal Innovation Mission, NITI Aayog and UNDP India. The Makers Community brings together people with a passion for product development. The Innovation Yatra is a five-day programme for people interested in innovation, but its dates are in 2024, so it is a past edition.
Who can apply
Pre-incubation is for aspiring entrepreneurs and innovators with an innovative idea. Its eligibility section names SDG 3, SDG 9 and SDG 11 as focus areas, while its FAQ notes that the programme is not limited to those goals. Incubation is for innovators and startups with a working prototype or MVP. The Makers Community is open to students, faculty, lab technicians, enthusiasts and professionals. The Innovation Yatra does not require applicants to be innovators or entrepreneurs already.
Facilities
The pre-incubation page lists access to testing equipment, 3D printing, IoT, drone and mechanical labs, and a co-working space. The co-working space is designed for individuals and teams alike, and the incubation page says the centre also offers virtual and co-working facilities.
Who runs it
The foundation is a special purpose vehicle promoted by CBIT. Its pages name different people as its leadership, so this page does not name individuals. The centre's about page says the Atal Innovation Mission selected CBIT for an Atal Community Innovation Centre on its campus and approved its establishment. An older CBIT document is reported to describe that approval as still pending.
Frequently asked questions about ACIC CBIT
What is ACIC CBIT?
ACIC CBIT is an incubator based in Hyderabad, Telangana.
What does ACIC CBIT do?
ACIC-CBIT is the Atal Community Innovation Centre on the campus of CBIT in Telangana. It is run by the ACIC-CBIT Research and Entrepreneurship Foundation, a registered Section 8 company. The centre offers pre-incubation, incubation, acceleration, fellowship and community programmes to founders and innovators.
Where is ACIC CBIT located?
ACIC CBIT is based in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
What programs does ACIC CBIT run?
ACIC CBIT runs Pre-Incubation Programme, Incubation Programme, Liftoff Accelerator Program and Grassroots Innovation Program (GRIP), among others.
Which ACIC CBIT programme should I apply to?
It depends on how far along your startup is. Idea stage: Pre-Incubation Programme. Prototype stage: Incubation Programme. MVP stage: Incubation Programme. Check the programme's own eligibility before applying — several programmes are sector-specific.
Do ACIC CBIT programmes charge a fee?
Most do not. Liftoff Accelerator Program is free to join, while Pre-Incubation Programme, Incubation Programme, Grassroots Innovation Program (GRIP) and Innovation Yatra charge a fee.
What facilities does ACIC CBIT offer?
ACIC CBIT offers 3D printing and mechanical labs, IoT and drone labs and Co-working space.
Is ACIC CBIT government recognised?
ACIC CBIT holds the following recognitions and affiliations: Atal Community Innovation Centre.
How do I apply to ACIC CBIT?
- An idea but no prototype yet: the Pre-Incubation Programme. - A prototype or MVP: the Incubation Programme. If you are an early-stage startup preparing for investor presentations, look at the Liftoff Accelerator Program. - Aged 18 to 22 and interested in innovation: the Grassroots Innovation Program. - Working on community innovation: the Community Innovator Fellowship Program.
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