Harcourt Butler Technical University
Harcourt Butler Technical University
Harcourt Butler Technical University (HBTU), Kanpur
HBTU TBI Foundation is the technology business incubator of Harcourt Butler Technical University in Kanpur. It takes students, alumni, faculty and external early-stage startups.
HBTU at a glance
| Full name | Harcourt Butler Technical University |
|---|---|
| Part of | Harcourt Butler Technical University (HBTU), Kanpur |
| Established | 2015 |
| Address | Atal Incubation, HBTU Kanpur East Campus Nawabganj Kanpur - 208002 |
| Programmes | 3 standing programmes |
| Fees | 1 of 2 programmes that state a policy are free |
| Equity | 1 of 2 programmes that state a policy take no equity |
| Official website | hbtu.ac.in |
| info@hbtutbif.com |
Programs by Harcourt Butler Technical University
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Which HBTU programme fits you
3 programmes compared by who they are for, the stage they accept, how long they run and what they cost.
| Programme | Best for | Stage | Duration | Format | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Incubation at HBTU TBI Foundation | HBTU students, alumni and faculty, and early-stage startups with technology ideas. | — | Not stated on the fetched pages | — | Paid, takes equity |
| Zero Rental Scheme (2024-25) | New startups that want incubation space without rent. | — | Up to one year | — | Free, no equity |
| Startup Course for Students and Professionals | Students and professionals who want to start a business. | — | — | — | — |
Programmes they run
Standing programmes at Harcourt Butler Technical University, separate from the funding calls above.
Incubation at HBTU TBI Foundation
IncubationPhysical, virtual and pre-incubation for HBTU-linked and external early-stage startups.
Best for: HBTU students, alumni and faculty, and early-stage startups with technology ideas.
- Not stated on the fetched pages
- Paid, takes equity
What you get, who can apply and how to applyHide details
TBIF incubates technology-driven startups in physical, virtual and pre-incubation modes.
What you get
- Workspace and common facilities in physical mode
- Technical, business and commercialisation mentoring
- Access to government schemes, investors and industry networks
Who can apply
- Students and alumni of HBTU
- Faculty-led startups
- Early-stage startups with technology-based or research-driven ideas
How selection works: The foundation reviews applications against its incubation policy. Startups must be registered as a private limited company, LLP or partnership firm.
How to apply: Fill in the startup application form on hbtutbif.com and choose HBTU affiliated or external applicant.
Zero Rental Scheme (2024-25)
IncubationRent-free incubation space for new startups for up to one year. Closed for the 2024-25 call.
Best for: New startups that want incubation space without rent.
- Up to one year
- Free, no equity
What you get, who can apply and how to applyHide details
This was a one-year scheme in which the foundation did not charge rent for incubation space. Startups had to apply on the prescribed incubation form, and a committee reviewed each proposal. The scheme is closed for 2024-25. Applications closed on 16 July 2024.
A certified start-up course for students and working professionals.
Best for: Students and professionals who want to start a business.
What you get, who can apply and how to applyHide details
The course is for students and professionals who want to start a business. Register through the course form linked on the HBTU website. The page does not state dates or fees in its text.
Incubation tracks
Harcourt Butler Technical University runs a virtual track, so you can join without relocating.
| Track | Type | Space | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-incubation | Pre-incubation | — | — |
| Virtual incubation | Virtual incubation | — | — |
| Physical (on-campus) incubation | Resident incubation | — | — |
Recognitions & empanelments
Official approvals this incubator holds.
Host Institute, MSME Innovative Scheme (Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises)
Listed at entry 140 of the Ministry's published List of Host Institutes for the incubation component of the MSME Innovative Scheme, as "Harcourt Butler Technical University" (KANPUR NAGAR, UTTAR PRADESH), checked 24 September 2026. This is the status that lets an innovator name the institute as their Host Institute when applying on the ministry's own portal. The list gives no approval date, no period and no status column, so whether the recognition is current cannot be told from it; and being listed is a capacity registration, not evidence that the institute has ever hosted an approved idea.
How to apply to Harcourt Butler Technical University
Choosing the right route
- HBTU students, alumni and faculty can apply as HBTU-affiliated applicants.
- Outside founders can apply as external applicants on the same form.
- Early-stage teams with a prototype or working idea fit the incubation route best.
How applications work
- Fill in the startup application form on the foundation's website.
- Choose the programme you want: pre-incubation, incubation or acceleration.
- Add the team, the problem you solve, your solution and your business model.
How selection works
- The foundation reviews applications against its incubation policy.
- Eligibility includes being a registered private limited company, LLP or partnership firm, and being focused on new products, processes or services.
What reviewers look for
- A clear problem and solution.
- A market and a plan to reach it.
- A committed founding team.
Check before you apply
- Incubation is paid on a monthly rate, collected quarterly in advance.
- The incubation policy says equity is taken by the foundation.
- The 2024-25 zero-rent scheme is closed.
About Harcourt Butler Technical University
HBTU TBI Foundation, also known as HBTU Technology Business Incubation Foundation (TBIF), is the incubator run by Harcourt Butler Technical University in Kanpur. It is registered as a Section 8 company and works as the university's technology business incubator and commercialisation unit.
How programmes work
TBIF offers incubation in physical, virtual and pre-incubation modes. The mode is chosen at onboarding and written into the incubation agreement. Physical incubation gives workspace with basic furnishing, internet, meeting rooms and access to some labs. Both modes include mentoring, networking and help with government schemes and investors.
Who can apply
Students and alumni of HBTU, faculty-led startups, and early-stage startups with technology-based or research-driven ideas can apply. The application form has an option for external applicants. The incubation policy covers students, faculty, alumni and external applicants.
Facilities
The incubation policy describes office space, co-working space, meeting rooms, high-speed internet, seminar rooms and legal and administrative support. Some of these are listed as offered by the foundation. Check the current terms before you plan around any of them.
Scale
The foundation's own pages do not give a current count of startups supported. Older university reports list startups working from the incubation hub, but those are not current numbers.
Who runs it
The Dean of the Incubation Hub at HBTU oversees the hub. The foundation has its own board of directors, staff and an incubation council.
Locations
TBIF is based on the HBTU Kanpur campus in Uttar Pradesh.
Get in touch
Send a message to Harcourt Butler Technical University — we'll forward it on your behalf.
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Frequently asked questions about Harcourt Butler Technical University
What is the full form of HBTU?
HBTU stands for Harcourt Butler Technical University.
What is Harcourt Butler Technical University?
Harcourt Butler Technical University is an incubator based in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh.
What does Harcourt Butler Technical University do?
HBTU TBI Foundation, also known as HBTU Technology Business Incubation Foundation (TBIF), is the incubator run by Harcourt Butler Technical University in Kanpur. It is registered as a Section 8 company and works as the university's technology business incubator and commercialisation unit.
Where is Harcourt Butler Technical University located?
Harcourt Butler Technical University is located at Atal Incubation, HBTU Kanpur East Campus Nawabganj Kanpur - 208002.
What programs does Harcourt Butler Technical University run?
Harcourt Butler Technical University runs Incubation at HBTU TBI Foundation, Zero Rental Scheme (2024-25) and Startup Course for Students and Professionals.
Do Harcourt Butler Technical University programmes charge a fee?
Most do not. Zero Rental Scheme (2024-25) is free to join, while Incubation at HBTU TBI Foundation charges a fee.
Does Harcourt Butler Technical University take equity?
It depends on the programme. Zero Rental Scheme (2024-25) take no equity, while Incubation at HBTU TBI Foundation takes equity.
What sectors does Harcourt Butler Technical University support?
Harcourt Butler Technical University works with startups in Deep Tech, HardTech, Social Impact and Others.
What stage of startup does Harcourt Butler Technical University support?
Harcourt Butler Technical University supports startups at the Ideation and Validation stages.
Is Harcourt Butler Technical University government recognised?
Harcourt Butler Technical University holds the following recognitions and affiliations: Host Institute, MSME Innovative Scheme (Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises).
How do I apply to Harcourt Butler Technical University?
- HBTU students, alumni and faculty can apply as HBTU-affiliated applicants. - Outside founders can apply as external applicants on the same form. - Early-stage teams with a prototype or working idea fit the incubation route best. - Fill in the startup application form on the foundation's website. - Choose the programme you want: pre-incubation, incubation or acceleration.
When was Harcourt Butler Technical University founded?
Harcourt Butler Technical University was founded in 2015. It is an incubator.
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