Space Technology Innovation and Incubation Cell (STIIC)

Check which stage fits you

• The page lists companies as incubated, pre-incubated or in review at Level 2. Ask the cell which stage it would place you at.
• The cell's emphasis is space, but it also takes other science and technology work. Say plainly what your technology does and how it links to the institute's work.

How to reach the cell

• The page gives one contact for queries and assistance: stiic@iist.ac.in.
• The page does not describe an application form, call or deadline. Write to the cell before you prepare a full application.

What the cell helps with

• Prototyping, simulation, pilot testing and product software testing.
• Mentoring and infrastructure support.
• Meet-ups and demo days, including pitch deck competitions with ISRO experts.

The Space Technology Innovation and Incubation Cell (STIIC) is the incubation cell of the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST). It sits inside the institute's campus in Valiamala, Kerala, and is supported by the Department of Space, Government of India. The institute describes it as a centre that helps new enterprises with innovative technologies get started.

Who it is for

STIIC admits aspiring companies and entrepreneur teams with innovative technologies. Its emphasis is on space-related innovations and technologies, but it covers all areas of science and technology in line with the nation's interest.

What it offers

The cell supports product innovation and development, simulation and prototyping, pilot experimentation, product software testing and training. Startups also receive mentoring and infrastructure support. It helps companies with their investment search through meet-ups and demo days, including pitch deck competitions where ISRO experts take part in larger numbers.

Companies on the page

The STIIC page lists companies by status: incubated, pre-incubated, and applications under review at Level 2. Incubated companies named include Vashishtha Research Pvt. Ltd., which has been operating within IIST since 2020, SPACETIME 4D printing solutions LLP, Bhuh Pramaan Pvt. Ltd., InterCosmos Space Exploration Technologies Pvt. Ltd and SPECRULE Scientific PVT LTD. The page does not give a total count of companies.

Where it is

The institute's address on the site is J2GM+HGJ, Valiamala Road, Valiamala, Kerala 695547. The page does not state fees, equity terms or a formal intake calendar.