IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation
Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati
DST-funded Technology Innovation Hub at IIT Tirupati specializing in positioning and precision technologies for navigation and mapping.
IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation at a glance
| Part of | Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati |
|---|---|
| Established | 2020 |
| Address | Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India |
| Programmes | 2 standing programmes |
| Official website | iittnif.com |
| ceo@iittnif.com |
Programs by IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation
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Programmes they run
Standing programmes at IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation, separate from the funding calls above.
IITTNiF calls for proposals for CHANAKYA-Postgraduate, Doctoral and Post-Doctoral Fellowship from motivated students.
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Last date for the PG fellowship proposal submission: March 31, June 30, September 30, December 31. Last date for the doctoral and postdoctoral fellowships proposal submission: May 15 and November 15. Applications were closed as of February 29, 2024.
CHANAKYA-Graduate Internship
FellowshipIITTNiF calls for proposals for CHANAKYA-Graduate Internship from motivated students.
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Last date for the submission proposal: March 31, June 30, September 30, December 31. Applications were closed.
Incubation tracks
The routes into IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation, and what each one includes.
| Track | Type | Space | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Incubation | Resident incubation | — | hand-holding, go-to-market strategy, funding |
Labs & facilities
Equipment and space on campus.
Geo-Intel Lab
for GNSS GIS LiDAR Quantum Navigation Computer Vision AI/ML
Support services
Help offered alongside funding and space.
Recognitions & empanelments
Official approvals this incubator holds.
About IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation
IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation (IITTNiF) is a Section 8 not-for-profit company incorporated in December 2020, set up to host the Technology Innovation Hub in Positioning and Precision Technologies (PPT) at IIT Tirupati. Funded by the Department of Science and Technology with Rs 100 crore over five years under the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NM-ICPS), the hub focuses on advancing technologies critical for autonomous navigation, geospatial mapping, and smart infrastructure.
IITTNiF operates across four verticals: technology development, startups and entrepreneurship, human resource and skill development, and international collaborations. The foundation takes research to the prototype stage through cutting-edge technology development and then supports commercialization through its startup ecosystem. It has invested in ventures working on areas such as anti-jamming GNSS, hyperspectral cameras, and GIS solutions for agriculture and education.
Who Benefits
Deeptech startups working on positioning technologies, GNSS systems, geospatial analytics, autonomous navigation, and precision instruments. Entrepreneurs in Andhra Pradesh and South India seeking incubation with access to DST funding, IIT research infrastructure, and expertise in cyber-physical systems and precision engineering.
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Frequently asked questions about IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation
What does IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation do?
IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation (IITTNiF) is a Section 8 not-for-profit company incorporated in December 2020, set up to host the Technology Innovation Hub in Positioning and Precision Technologies (PPT) at IIT Tirupati.
Where is IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation located?
IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation is based in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What programs does IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation run?
IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation runs CHANAKYA-Postgraduate, Doctoral and Post-Doctoral Fellowship and CHANAKYA-Graduate Internship.
What sectors does IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation support?
IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation works with startups in DeepTech, SpaceTech and AgriTech.
What stage of startup does IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation support?
IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation supports startups at the Ideation and Validation stages.
What facilities does IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation offer?
IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation offers Geo-Intel Lab.
Is IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation government recognised?
IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation holds the following recognitions and affiliations: Technology Innovation Hub (TIH) under the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NM-ICPS) funded by the Department of Science and Technology (DST).
When was IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation founded?
IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation was founded in 2020. It operates as an academic.
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