HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE
HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE
Campus incubator at Hindustan Institute of Technology & Science (HITS), Chennai, with seat-based incubation and weekly mentoring for students, alumni and outside innovators.
HITS at a glance
| Full name | HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE |
|---|---|
| Address | Rajiv Gandhi Salai (OMR), Padur, (Via) Kelambakkam, Chennai - 603 103 |
| Programmes | 1 standing programme |
| Official website | www.hindustanuniv.ac.in |
| info@hindustanuniv.ac.in |
Programs by HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE
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Programmes they run
Standing programmes at HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE, separate from the funding calls above.
HTBI and HEIC is the only incubation programme the pages describe. They list seat plans but no separate calls, cohorts or dates.
Campus incubator with seat-based incubation, weekly external mentoring and workshops, run by the entrepreneurship cell of Hindustan Institute of Technology & Science.
Best for: Students, alumni and external innovators who want a campus base for an idea or venture
- Annual seat plan for students, monthly seat plans for alumni and external innovators
- In person
- Paid
With National Entrepreneurship Network (NEN)
What you get, who can apply and how to applyHide details
HTBI and HEIC is the entrepreneurship cell of Hindustan Institute of Technology & Science (HITS) in Chennai. It runs incubation seats on the campus for students, alumni and outside innovators.
What you get
- A seat in an air-conditioned workspace with wifi
- Weekly mentoring sessions with external mentors
- Introductions to professional bodies and business networks
- Access to the conference hall and training hall, booked in advance
Who can apply
- Students of the university, on an annual seat plan
- Alumni of the university, on a monthly seat plan
- External innovators, on a monthly seat plan with limited internet
How to apply
The incubator page sets out the three seat plans but gives no form or step-by-step process. Write to info@hindustanuniv.ac.in to enquire.
Incubation tracks
The routes into HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE, and what each one includes.
| Track | Type | Space | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seat plansOne seat for each person. Students take an annual plan. Alumni and external innovators take monthly plans. The external plan has limited internet. | Resident incubation | — | Internet, Mentor support, Pitching |
Labs & facilities
Equipment and space on campus.
Incubation workspace
Air-conditioned workspace with wifi. Conference hall and training hall can be booked in advance.
eHITS - Electronics Test Engineering Facility
Access via Hindustan Institute of Technology & Science
Run by the university's Centre of Excellence in eHardware Innovative TestTechnology Systems. It is not part of the incubator's seat plans.
Support services
Help offered alongside funding and space.
Business advisory
Weekly mentoring sessions with external mentors.
Market access
Introductions to professional bodies and business networks.
How to apply to HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE
Choosing a seat
- Students, alumni and external innovators each have a separate seat plan on the incubator page.
- Students can take an annual seat. Alumni and external innovators can take monthly seats.
- Read the plan details for internet access and mentor support before you enquire.
How to enquire
- The pages give no application form or step-by-step process for incubation seats.
- Write to info@hindustanuniv.ac.in with your idea, your team and the seat category you want.
What the pages say reviewers look for
- The pages say the incubator helps students who have an idea to build a business plan for it.
- Nothing on the pages sets out selection criteria, so ask the team before you apply.
About HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE
The Hindustan Technology Business Incubator (HTBI) and the Hindustan Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center (HEIC) are the entrepreneurship arm of Hindustan Institute of Technology & Science (HITS), a university on Rajiv Gandhi Salai (OMR) in Padur, Kelambakkam, Chennai. Its pages describe it as the entrepreneurship cell of the university.
How the incubator works
HTBI and HEIC run incubation seats on the campus. Students, alumni and external innovators can each take a seat under a separate plan. The pages state that mentoring sessions are held weekly with external mentors, and that incubatees are introduced to professional bodies and business networks.
Who can take a seat
The seat plans cover three groups: students of the university, alumni of the university, and external innovators from outside it. The plan for external innovators offers limited internet. The pages say the incubator reaches out to students from all disciplines, starting from their first year.
Facilities
Incubatees get an air-conditioned workspace with wifi. The conference hall and training hall can be booked in advance for meetings.
Activity and track record
The cell was set up in August 2007 with the National Entrepreneurship Network (NEN), according to the page. It runs workshops, guest lectures, competitions and mentoring sessions for students and faculty. The pages name Aero2Astro as a startup incubated at HTBI, and mention it was recognised for building model rockets. Its pages do not give a count of startups supported.
Who runs it
HTBI and HEIC are part of HITS. The pages describe an advisory board of experts and a panel of mentors, but do not name them.
Get in touch
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Frequently asked questions about HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE
What is the full form of HITS?
HITS stands for HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE.
What is HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE?
HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE is an academic institution based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
What does HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE do?
The Hindustan Technology Business Incubator (HTBI) and the Hindustan Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center (HEIC) are the entrepreneurship arm of Hindustan Institute of Technology & Science (HITS), a university on Rajiv Gandhi Salai (OMR) in Padur, Kelambakkam, Chennai.
Where is HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE located?
HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE is located at Rajiv Gandhi Salai (OMR), Padur, (Via) Kelambakkam, Chennai - 603 103.
What programs does HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE run?
HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE runs Hindustan Technology Business Incubator (HTBI) & Hindustan Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center (HEIC).
What facilities does HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE offer?
HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE offers Incubation workspace. Incubatees also get access to eHITS - Electronics Test Engineering Facility through its host institution.
How do I apply to HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE?
- Students, alumni and external innovators each have a separate seat plan on the incubator page. - Students can take an annual seat. Alumni and external innovators can take monthly seats. - Read the plan details for internet access and mentor support before you enquire. - The pages give no application form or step-by-step process for incubation seats.
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