Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
IIT Guwahati's technology incubation centre: in-house and virtual incubation, faculty mentoring and lab access for tech startups.
IITG at a glance
| Full name | Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati |
|---|---|
| Part of | Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati |
| Address | IITG Technology Incubation Centre, Technology Complex, IIT Guwahati, Guwahati-781039 Assam, India |
| Programmes | 2 standing programmes |
| Official website | iitgtic.com |
| tic@iitg.ac.in |
Track record
What Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati reports about its portfolio.
These are the centre's own homepage counters. They are not audited, and the pages do not date them.
All figures self-reported — iitgtic.com, as of Oct 2026.
Programmes they run
Standing programmes at Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, separate from the funding calls above.
The centre's pages describe the incubation programme and the soft loan. The Genesis EiR scheme from MeitY is listed on the homepage, but the pages do not say how the centre takes part, so it is left out here.
In-house and virtual incubation for technology startups at IIT Guwahati's Technology Incubation Centre.
Best for: Technology startups, mainly from IIT Guwahati and similar institutions
What you get, who can apply and how to applyHide details
The incubation programme gives technology startups a base in Guwahati, with an in-house route on campus and a virtual route for remote teams. It draws on the institute's labs and faculty.
What you get
- A fully equipped workstation and meeting-room base on campus (in-house route)
- Access to IIT Guwahati laboratories, workshops and library, under institute norms
- Technical mentoring from IIT Guwahati faculty, and business mentoring
- Remote mentorship and programme resources for virtual teams
- Residential space in a shared hostel, based on availability
Who can apply
- The centre's stated purpose is to incubate ideas from IIT Guwahati students and faculty and similar institutions, and to encourage entrepreneurs from the North East institutions named in its history. The pages do not address founders from outside these groups, so ask first.
How selection works: applicants are screened, invited to pitch to a panel, and then meet the centre to agree the support they need.
How to apply: use the Apply For Incubation page, or write to tic@iitg.ac.in with questions.
A soft loan the centre may give registered companies, when funds or government schemes are available.
Best for: Registered companies
What you get, who can apply and how to applyHide details
IITG-TIC may provide a soft loan to registered companies. The loan depends on the funds, grants or schemes available at the time, so it is not guaranteed to be open.
Who can apply
- Registered companies only.
- Admission to the incubation centre does not automatically qualify a company for the loan.
What you get: a loan sized as a share of the project cost, subject to the funding agency's guidelines.
How to apply: the funding page does not describe a separate application route. Ask the centre at tic@iitg.ac.in.
Incubation tracks
Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati runs a virtual track, so you can join without relocating.
The pages do not state durations for either route.
| Track | Type | Space | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| In-house incubationCampus-based route. The pages do not state a duration. | Resident incubation | — | Dedicated workspace with workstations and meeting rooms, Access to IIT Guwahati laboratories and workshops under institute norms, Faculty technical mentors, Residential space in a shared hostel, based on availability |
| Virtual incubationRemote route for teams wherever they are based. The pages do not state a duration. | Virtual incubation | — | Remote mentorship from experienced mentors, Access to programme resources and the centre's network |
Labs & facilities
Equipment and space on campus.
Lab access is provided under IIT Guwahati norms, so it is shown as host access.
Dedicated workspace
Fully equipped workstations and meeting rooms for incubatee teams.
Electronics lab
Access via IIT Guwahati
Listed among the advanced facilities available to incubatee teams.
Machine shop and fabrication
Access via IIT Guwahati
Machine shop and fabrication labs are listed among the advanced facilities.
Support services
Help offered alongside funding and space.
Business advisory
Business mentoring alongside technical support from IIT Guwahati faculty.
Recognitions & empanelments
Official approvals this incubator holds.
Recognition as a business incubator under the Ministry of MSME is stated on the centre's history page.
MSME-recognised business incubator
Approved and recognised as a business incubator by the Ministry of MSME, Government of India.
How to apply to Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
Decide which route fits
- Campus incubation suits teams that need a workspace and lab access in Guwahati. Residential space is provided only based on availability, so ask about it early.
- Virtual incubation suits teams that need mentorship but cannot work from campus.
- The soft loan is for registered companies. Admission to the centre does not automatically qualify a company for it.
How applications work
- Apply through the Apply For Incubation page on the centre's website. The centre publishes its rules and regulations there.
- Applicants are screened first. Those who pass are invited to pitch their idea to a panel.
- After the panel, the centre meets founders to agree the support they need.
- The pages do not state fees or equity terms, so ask the centre before you commit.
What the centre is looking for
The centre's stated aim is to turn innovative ideas into commercially viable technology products. Lead with the product, the technical problem it solves and what your team has already built.
Contact
- Email tic@iitg.ac.in
- Call +91 0361 2583194 or 2583191
About Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
IIT Guwahati's Technology Incubation Centre, known as IITG-TIC, is a place where technology entrepreneurs can turn ideas into viable businesses. It is a society registered under the Registration of Societies Act, set up on behalf of IIT Guwahati, and it is based in the institute's Technology Complex in Guwahati, Assam.
How the programmes work
The centre runs an incubation programme with two routes. In-house incubation gives startups a dedicated workspace on campus, with access to the institute's laboratories, workshops and library under IIT Guwahati norms. Virtual incubation offers remote mentorship and access to the programme's resources, wherever the team is based.
Startups that come through screening are invited to pitch to a panel. After the panel's recommendation, the centre meets the founders to agree what support they need, and incubation support begins from there.
The centre also offers a soft loan to registered companies. The loan depends on funds, grants or government schemes being available at the time, and admission to the centre does not on its own entitle a company to it.
Who can apply
The centre's stated purpose is to incubate ideas from students and faculty of IIT Guwahati and similar institutions. Its history page names the IITG community and other government technical institutions of the North East. The pages do not say whether founders from outside these groups can apply, so ask the centre before you apply.
Facilities and support
Incubatee teams get fully equipped workstations and meeting rooms. The centre lists electronics, biotechnology, machine shop and fabrication labs among its advanced facilities. Teams can also use residential space in a shared hostel on campus, based on availability.
Faculty from IIT Guwahati act as technical mentors, and business mentoring is offered alongside that technical support. Startups can also network with fellow entrepreneurs, mentors and industry experts through the centre.
Scale
The centre's homepage shows 49+ startups, 40+ mentors and 12+ MoUs signed. Its success stories include companies such as Probyto Data Science and Consulting, Yantrabot Technologies and Khoka Self Driving. These are the centre's own figures and have not been independently checked.
Recognition
The centre is one of the business incubators approved and recognised by the Ministry of MSME, Government of India.
Who runs it
The centre has a seven-member governing body chaired by the Director of IIT Guwahati. A management council runs its day-to-day work under a chief executive officer.
Locations
Technology Complex, IIT Guwahati, Guwahati-781039, Assam, India.
Get in touch
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Frequently asked questions about Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
What is the full form of IITG?
IITG stands for Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati.
What is Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati?
Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati is an incubator based in Guwahati, Assam.
What does Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati do?
IIT Guwahati's Technology Incubation Centre, known as IITG-TIC, is a place where technology entrepreneurs can turn ideas into viable businesses.
Where is Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati located?
Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati is located at IITG Technology Incubation Centre, Technology Complex, IIT Guwahati, Guwahati-781039 Assam, India.
What programs does Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati run?
Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati runs Incubation Programme (in-house and virtual) and Soft Loan for Registered Companies.
What facilities does Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati offer?
Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati offers Dedicated workspace. Incubatees also get access to Electronics lab and Machine shop and fabrication through its host institution.
Is Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati government recognised?
Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati holds the following recognitions and affiliations: MSME-recognised business incubator.
How do I apply to Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati?
- Campus incubation suits teams that need a workspace and lab access in Guwahati. Residential space is provided only based on availability, so ask about it early. - Virtual incubation suits teams that need mentorship but cannot work from campus. - The soft loan is for registered companies. Admission to the centre does not automatically qualify a company for it.
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