Varttarambha (online pre-incubation)
A programme by AIC-CCRI-CED (Atal Incubation Centre, Central Coffee Research Institute)
A 30-hour online pre-incubation programme that takes aspiring coffee entrepreneurs to a business plan.
At a glance
| Best for | Aspiring coffee entrepreneurs and coffee startups looking to expand |
|---|---|
| Stage | Idea |
| Duration | 30 hours of training plus 10 hours of follow-up |
| Format | Online |
About Varttarambha (online pre-incubation)
The online pre-incubation programme for aspiring coffee entrepreneurs. It is a route in for people who have an idea but not yet a business plan, and it ends with a business plan submission. The next batch is tentatively planned for December 2026, and pre-registration is open.
What you get
- Sessions by industry experts on coffee cultivation, processing and market trends
- Business planning, financial management and legal guidance for coffee startups
- Technology integration and innovative strategies for coffee businesses
- Networking within the coffee industry
- Modules: Introduction to Coffee Sector, Marketing and Market Assessment, Financial Management, Technology in Coffee, Legal and related aspects, Business Plan presentation
Who can apply
- Aspiring coffee entrepreneurs
- Coffee enthusiasts seeking to venture into the industry
- Existing coffee startups looking to expand and innovate
How to apply: Use the Apply Now form on the programme page. A brochure can be downloaded from the same page.
Where to apply
Other AIC-CCRI-CED (Atal Incubation Centre, Central Coffee Research Institute) programmes
- Aarohana (incubation programme)Incubation for coffee and allied-sector startups at the Coffee Board head office, for up to 18 months.
- Cafe ConceptorA 4-day hands-on course for people planning to open a coffee cafe.
- Vikrayam (coffee export training)A 25-hour online course for aspiring coffee exporters, with help registering as an exporter.
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