Incubation
A programme by KONERU LAKSHMAIAH EDUCATION FOUNDATION (KONERU LAKSHMAIAH EDUCATION FOUNDATION)
Incubation for registered early-stage startups that already have a proof of concept, a prototype or a working model.
At a glance
| Best for | Indian founders with a prototype or working model and a registered company or LLP |
|---|---|
| Stage | Prototype |
About Incubation
ACIC-KL's incubation programme is for early-stage startups that want to turn a working product into a business that can scale. Participants get co-working space, knowledge sessions, lab and prototyping facilities, mentorship and advisory support, industry and investor connections, funding support and technical support.
Who can apply
- Indian citizens aged 18 or over
- A proof of concept, prototype or working model of the product
- A registered private limited company, sole proprietorship, one person company, partnership firm or LLP
- A startup no more than 7 years old from registration (10 years for biotechnology)
- A startup that is not formed by splitting up or rebuilding an existing business, with an annual turnover within the stated limit
How to apply: Use the application form linked on the incubation page. The page does not say whether the centre takes equity or charges a fee, or whether intake is currently open, so ask before committing.
Where to apply
Other KLEF programmes
- Pre-IncubationA 3 - 4 month pre-incubation course for ideation-stage founders and students, held virtually, on site, or both.
- Community Innovator FellowshipA one-year fellowship for community innovators, run with the Atal Innovation Mission (NITI Aayog) and UNDP India, with knowledge building, infrastructure support and grant support for selected fellows.