Jagriti Enterprise Centre
Jagriti Enterprise Centre
Jagriti Yatra
Region-focused incubation centre in eastern Uttar Pradesh nurturing early-stage entrepreneurs and MSMEs in Tier 2 and Tier 3 towns through mentorship, market access, and funding.
JEC at a glance
| Full name | Jagriti Enterprise Centre |
|---|---|
| Part of | Jagriti Yatra |
| Established | 2018 |
| Address | Deoria, Uttar Pradesh, India |
| Programmes | 5 standing programmes |
| Official website | jecp.in |
Programs by Jagriti Enterprise Centre
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Programmes they run
Standing programmes at Jagriti Enterprise Centre, separate from the funding calls above.
Centres of Excellence
Centre of ExcellenceDesigned to drive sector-based growth in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities of India, with an early focus on Eastern Uttar Pradesh.
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Each CoE serves as a hub for innovation, incubation, and enterprise development, fostering sustainable growth through collaboration, research, and implementation. Vision: To drive incubation - and innovation - led sectoral growth through Middle India Enterprises, enabling Economic Transformation from the Grassroots. Core Pillars of the Centres of Excellence: 1. Innovation (Innovation across Value Chains, Innovation Partnerships); 2. Incubation (7M Incubation Support, Focus on Women & Youth); 3. Development Programs (Private Sector & Philanthropy Collaboration, Government Partnerships).
Designed to reconnect participants with the rich heritage, art, and spiritual ethos of India, emphasizing that creativity and mindfulness are as integral to entrepreneurship as innovation and business acumen.
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Programs include Bargad Aarti (a soulful spiritual gathering under the 300-year-old banyan tree), Bargad Dhyan (guided meditation sessions), and Cultural Programs & Heritage Showcases (events that celebrate folk music, rural crafts, and stories of local entrepreneurs).
Awareness Programs
ProgrammeAim to empower youth, women, and communities by expanding their understanding of entrepreneurship, financial literacy, digital innovation, and scientific curiosity.
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Includes Entrepreneurship Awareness Programs, Financial Awareness Sessions (conducted with experts from the Bombay Stock Exchange - BSE), Content Creation Workshop (led by YouTuber Satish Kushwaha), and The Science Show (an interactive science event with BHU Scholar Mr. Manohar Kumar).
Rural Immersion Programs
ProgrammeProvide an experiential gateway into the realities of rural life and enterprise. These 3–5-day programs immerse participants from colleges, universities, and schools into the rhythm of rural India.
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Participants interact with farmers, artisans, and entrepreneurs to understand how innovation, sustainability, and community coexist at the grassroots. The experience includes Entrepreneurship & Rural Livelihood Exposure, Farm-Based Learning Activities, and Interactive Sessions With Local Innovators And Udyamis.
Corporate Retreat Programs
ProgrammeOffer organizations a blend of tranquility, teamwork, and transformation for teams seeking rejuvenation and creative recharge.
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Amidst nature's calm, participants can take part in meditation sessions, team-building exercises, and market immersion activities that spark creativity and collective purpose.
Incubation tracks
The routes into Jagriti Enterprise Centre, and what each one includes.
| Track | Type | Space | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Incubation ProgramsTailored to various stages of the entrepreneurial journey, from idea validation to scale-up. | Resident incubation | — | Training & Capacity Building, JECP Membership, Co-Working Spaces, Business Support Services |
Labs & facilities
Equipment and space on campus.
Multi-Purpose Hall
300-seater venue for community events, conferences, and large gatherings
Conference Room
12-seater space with LED screens and high-speed Wi-Fi
Co-Working Spaces
Five modern, state-of-the-art 3-seater office spaces
About Jagriti Enterprise Centre
Jagriti Enterprise Centre-Purvanchal (JEC-P) is a state-of-the-art incubation centre established in 2018 to build a strong enterprise ecosystem in small towns and villages of eastern Uttar Pradesh. Operating through its 3xI framework centred on Incubation, Innovation, and Inspiration, JEC-P provides entrepreneurs with market access, mentorship from over 85 domain experts, structured training, and access to a network of more than 9,000 entrepreneurs.
The programme is supported by on-ground Udyam Corps and Udyam Mitras who deliver entrepreneurship training and operational assistance across the Purvanchal region. Enterprises accepted into the incubation programme receive three core services: market access, mentorship, and funding support. JEC-P actively promotes inclusive entrepreneurship by reserving 50 percent of seats for women entrepreneurs, fostering gender-balanced economic development across key districts including Gorakhpur, Deoria, Kushinagar, Mau, Ballia, and Sant Kabir Nagar.
Who Benefits
Early-stage entrepreneurs, micro-enterprise owners, and women founders in Tier 2 and Tier 3 districts of Purvanchal who need hands-on business development support, mentorship, and market linkages to build sustainable livelihoods and scalable enterprises.
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Frequently asked questions about Jagriti Enterprise Centre
What is the full form of JEC?
JEC stands for Jagriti Enterprise Centre.
What does Jagriti Enterprise Centre do?
Jagriti Enterprise Centre-Purvanchal (JEC-P) is a state-of-the-art incubation centre established in 2018 to build a strong enterprise ecosystem in small towns and villages of eastern Uttar Pradesh.
Where is Jagriti Enterprise Centre located?
Jagriti Enterprise Centre is based in Deoria, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What programs does Jagriti Enterprise Centre run?
Jagriti Enterprise Centre runs Centres of Excellence, Cultural Experiences & Local Heritage Promotion, Awareness Programs and Rural Immersion Programs, among others.
What sectors does Jagriti Enterprise Centre support?
Jagriti Enterprise Centre works with startups in Agriculture, Rural Enterprise, MSME, Handicrafts and Food Processing.
What stage of startup does Jagriti Enterprise Centre support?
Jagriti Enterprise Centre supports startups at the Ideation, Pre-Seed and Seed stages.
What facilities does Jagriti Enterprise Centre offer?
Jagriti Enterprise Centre offers Multi-Purpose Hall, Conference Room and Co-Working Spaces.
When was Jagriti Enterprise Centre founded?
Jagriti Enterprise Centre was founded in 2018. It operates as a ngo / foundation.
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