Incubation

CoE ACES Integrated Programme

A programme by MOTION, Centre of Entrepreneurship (CoE) - Automotive (ACES)

Incubation at MOTION in Pune for start-ups building autonomous, connected, electric or shared mobility products.

At a glance

Best forStart-ups in autonomous, connected, electric or shared (ACES) mobility
FormatIn person
CostPaid, takes equity
Run withSoftware Technology Parks of India (STPI)

About CoE ACES Integrated Programme

The CoE ACES Integrated Programme is the route into MOTION for mobility start-ups. The apply page asks for a company that meets a short eligibility test, and then offers a seat at the centre and access to its services.

What you get

  • A ready-to-work plug-and-play space, high speed internet, a network operation centre, a 24 x 7 x 365 days operational work space and round the clock security
  • Access to the ACES labs
  • A dedicated portfolio manager and a start-up support executive
  • Technology and business mentoring, peer meetings and need-based sessions on legal, compliance, branding and cyber security
  • Marketing knowledge sessions, road shows and networking events
  • Guidance on raising grants, equity and debt
  • IPR filing support through an STPI MoU with NRDC

Who can apply

  • Companies incorporated as a private limited company, a registered partnership firm or a limited liability partnership, no more than 10 years ago
  • Founders may apply in their own names if the company is not yet registered, but the company must be registered within 3 months of selection
  • Companies not formed by splitting up or reconstructing an existing business
  • Companies working on innovation, development or improvement of products, services or processes

How to apply: Use the Apply Now form on the programme page. The page sets a monthly fee for each seat, plus tax, and says a start-up shall offer equity to STPI or STPINEXT, as decided and agreed.

Where to apply

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