AIC-BIMTECH

The program serves as an entry point for the AIC-BIMTECH incubation program. It is a zero-equity virtual pre-incubation program for aspiring entrepreneurs and those with business ideas who are unsure how to proceed. It helps participants develop an idea into an actionable business plan, learn how to create a company, and includes sessions by Subject Matter Experts (SME) for company pillars, exposure to 16 dedicated and experienced SME and mentors for networking, access to incubate benefits, glossary and sample documents, and co-working on a paid basis.

The program is designed for qualified startups completing Khoj. It helps participants develop an idea into an actionable business plan, learn how to create a company, and includes sessions by Subject Matter Experts (SME) for company pillars, exposure to 16 dedicated and experienced SME and mentors for networking, access to incubate benefits, glossary and sample documents, and co-working on a paid basis.

This accelerator program is aimed at nurturing early revenue-generating startups to work towards self-sustainability by strengthening their sales, optimizing operations, and market expansion support by creating new networks and partnerships. Further, deep exposure to investors and aims to deliver one-to-one mentoring. B2B connections are formed through various collaborations with local conglomerates, professional associations, government agencies, etc. with a focus on specialized industries. Eligibility criteria include post MVP stage or advanced product stage, being a revenue-generating startup, registered as a legal entity (Pvt Ltd), DPIIT Registered (as on final selection), and being sector agnostic. It also helps participants develop an idea into an actionable business plan, learn how to create a company, and includes sessions by Subject Matter Experts (SME) for company pillars, exposure to 16 dedicated and experienced SME and mentors for networking, access to incubate benefits, glossary and sample documents, and co-working on a paid basis.

Our team works tirelessly to support and provide as much exposure to the investor community. It also helps participants develop an idea into an actionable business plan, learn how to create a company, and includes sessions by Subject Matter Experts (SME) for company pillars, exposure to 16 dedicated and experienced SME and mentors for networking, access to incubate benefits, glossary and sample documents, and co-working on a paid basis.

This certified sector agnostic early-stage entrepreneurship program provides practical tools to help aspiring/early-stage founders to refine their business or business idea. It offers mentoring, fundraising, and networking with Asia's best. The program's time commitment is 5–8 Hours / Week, program fee is $150 USD, duration is 5 Weeks – 5 Months, and it is fully virtual. Eligibility criteria include being a Founder or Co-founder working full-time, having a Prototype or MVP already built, a business officially registered with clean financial records, a professional website, actively looking to grow or raise funding, and annual revenue under $300,000. The process involves customer problem identification, discovery and dialogue to develop/test prototypes and refine value propositions, decision to act by identifying partners and building value chains and defining Go-To-Market strategy, engagement and optimization to explore profit and growth models, and business model communication through a compelling pitch, culminating in a cash prize competition and certification.

The Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS), launched by DPIIT under the Startup India initiative with an outlay of INR 945 Crore, supports startups in proof of concept, prototype development, product trials, and market entry. AIC-BIMTECH was selected under SISFS in 2021, with an allocation of INR 5 Crore to provide financial assistance and incubation support to 61 promising startups. The scheme aims to bridge the early-stage funding gap and strengthen startup ecosystems across Tier-II and Tier-III regions in India. It enables startups to develop Proof of Concept (PoC), build prototypes and pilot solutions, conduct product trials, enter the market and commercialize innovations, and scale impactful business solutions. Eligibility requires DPIIT-recognized startups incorporated within the last 2 years, with support limited to INR 10 Lakhs under other schemes. It is sector-agnostic. Funding includes grant support up to INR 20 Lakhs and investment support up to INR 50 Lakhs for commercialization and scaling, provided via Compulsorily Convertible Debentures (CCDs). Startups must obtain DPIIT Recognition, register on the SISFS portal, and apply to a DPIIT-recognized incubator.

The Pilot Funding component enables startups to validate market-ready solutions through pilot deployments with corporates, PSUs and large enterprises. The program is aimed at helping startups build market credibility, gain commercial traction and accelerate product adoption through real-world implementation opportunities. The initiative also promotes industry-startup collaboration across emerging technology sectors including AI, ICT, deep-tech and electronic manufacturing. Funding support of up to INR 40 Lakhs is available to facilitate pilot deployments and validation. Focus areas include Electronic Design & Manufacturing (EDM), Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Information Technology (IT), Deep-tech and digital transformation solutions. Eligibility criteria include being a DPIIT-recognized startup, registered as a Private Limited Company or LLP, having a functional prototype or MVP ready for pilot deployment, demonstrating a viable business and commercialization plan, possessing a pilot work order or purchase order from an eligible enterprise, and having a full-time founder/co-founder actively involved. Startups previously supported under TIDE 2.0 or SAMRIDH are not eligible. Program benefits include financial support for pilot deployments, strategic mentorship from industry experts, networking opportunities, and capacity building sessions.

The GENESIS Matching Fund initiative supports startups from Tier-II and Tier-III cities that have successfully raised investment from institutional investors. The program bridges funding gaps by providing matching financial support to accelerate business growth, innovation and market expansion. Maximum funding is ₹50 Lakhs on a 1:1 basis against eligible external investments. Priority focus areas include AI & Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, IoT, Blockchain, Fintech, Ed-tech, Health-tech, and Deep-tech, with technology-driven software and product startups strongly encouraged to apply. Eligibility criteria include being registered as a Private Limited Company in India, minimum 51% Indian ownership, based in a Tier-II or Tier-III city, possessing a valid DPIIT recognition certificate, having a market-ready product with strong commercialization potential (preference for granted patents), and not being involved in legal disputes. Startups previously supported under TIDE 2.0 (Scale-up) or SAMRIDH are not eligible. Funding is provided as equity-based matching support.

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