IIIT Delhi

IIIT Delhi (Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology Delhi)

IIIT Delhi, established in 2008 under an Act of Delhi Legislature, is a premier research university focused on information technology and allied areas. Located in Okhla, New Delhi, it has built a reputation for research excellence and an active startup culture.

Startup & Innovation Programs

• IIIT Delhi Innovation & Incubation Center (IIITD-IC): A DIPP-recognized incubator providing seed funding, mentoring, co-working space, and investor access for technology startups — especially in AI, IoT, cybersecurity, and accessibility technology
• E-Cell IIITD: Active student entrepreneurship cell with annual summit, startup competitions, and speaker series
• Research-to-Startup Pipeline: IIIT Delhi's research groups in NLP, human-centered design, assistive tech, and networks regularly spin out startups based on publications and IP
• Industry Collaboration: Close ties with Google, Samsung, Qualcomm, and other tech majors through joint research centers on campus

Research Focus Areas

IIIT Delhi's research strengths — NLP/multilingual AI, IoT & embedded systems, bioinformatics, cybersecurity, and assistive technology — translate into highly differentiated startup opportunities.

Who Should Apply

Tech startups in AI/ML, cybersecurity, IoT, healthcare technology, and accessibility solutions. Startups with a research angle or IP developed in collaboration with IIIT Delhi faculty are particularly encouraged.