STEM Innovation Entrepreneurship
A programme by Indian Institute of Science
Deep science and deep tech incubator for IP-based start-ups. Open to outside founders, accepts applications all year.
At a glance
| Best for | Deep science and deep tech founders with an IP-based idea. Open to outside founders. |
|---|---|
| Grant support | For selected startups. A place in the programme does not by itself guarantee a grant. |
About STEM Innovation Entrepreneurship
STEM incubates IP-based start-ups that commercialise science and technology for societal benefit. Its services are open to all, not only IISc alumni.
What you get
- Fully furnished space on the IISc campus at no rent
- Access to IISc labs under IISc policy
- Technical and business mentors from IISc and industry
- Cloud credits from partner organisations
- Access to working capital and debt funding through partners
- Group medical insurance for founders and employees
- Seed support through grants and equity-related funding
Who can apply
- Founders with a deep science or deep tech idea based on IP
- Open to all, not only IISc alumni
How selection works: a jury of IISc faculty, financial and legal experts, and industry domain experts reviews applications against the page's parameters.
How to apply: send your business plan or pitch deck to stem.cell@fsid-iisc.in. Applications are accepted through the year.