Sharda University
Sharda University
Sharda Launchpad is the startup incubator and accelerator run by Sharda University in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, for student and early-stage founders.
Sharda University at a glance
| Part of | Sharda University |
|---|---|
| Address | Plot No. 32-34, Knowledge Park III, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201306 |
| Programmes | 4 standing programmes |
| Stages supported | Idea, Prototype, MVP, Early revenue, Growth |
| Official website | www.sharda.ac.in |
| launchpad@sharda.ac.in |
Programs by Sharda University
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Which Sharda University programme fits you
3 programmes compared by who they are for, the stage they accept, how long they run and what they cost.
By stage
- Idea
- Sharda Launchpad incubation, DST i-TBI Sharda Launchpad
- Prototype
- Sharda Launchpad incubation, Sharda Global Food & Beverages Accelerator, DST i-TBI Sharda Launchpad
- MVP
- Sharda Global Food & Beverages Accelerator
- Early revenue
- Sharda Global Food & Beverages Accelerator
- Growth
- Sharda Global Food & Beverages Accelerator
| Programme | Best for | Stage | Duration | Format | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharda Launchpad incubation | — | Idea – Prototype | — | — | — |
| Sharda Global Food & Beverages Accelerator | — | Prototype – Growth | — | — | — |
| DST i-TBI Sharda Launchpad | — | Idea – Prototype | — | — | — |
Programmes they run
Standing programmes at Sharda University, separate from the funding calls above.
Sharda Launchpad incubation
IncubationIncubation for student and early-stage founders, with co-working space, mentoring and legal support.
- Idea – Prototype
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Sharda Launchpad incubates early-stage ventures. The pages list co-working space, meeting rooms, legal and regulatory support, IPR support, mentoring, industry expert connects and weekly startup clinics.
Who can apply
- Student entrepreneurs of Sharda University
- Startups and innovators from across India, according to the programme overview
How to apply
Use the Register to Incubate button on the Sharda Launchpad site.
Sharda Global Food & Beverages Accelerator
AcceleratorIndia's first food and beverage accelerator, for startups at prototype to scale-up stages.
- Prototype – Growth
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The accelerator is run at Sharda Launchpad. It covers business setup, business mentoring, manufacturing and distribution support, networking, capital access and a demo day.
Who can apply
Startups at the prototype or MVP stage, early traction, or scale-up, in food-sector areas such as cloud kitchens and QSRs, B2B food supplies, food products, and food logistics.
How to apply
Use the Apply Now button on the accelerator page.
DST i-TBI Sharda Launchpad
IncubationA DST-supported technology business incubator for early-stage startups in agritech, rural health, women empowerment and rural livelihood.
- Idea – Prototype
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DST i-TBI Sharda Launchpad is a technology business incubator at Sharda University. It offers pre-incubation, incubation support, mentorship, funding guidance, prototype development and legal support.
Who can apply
Early-stage technology startups in the focus areas: agritech, rural health, women empowerment and rural livelihood.
How to apply
Use Apply for Incubation on the i-TBI page.
A paid online certificate course in new age entrepreneurship, delivered with Aescom Technology.
- Online
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A 12-week online certificate in new age entrepreneurship. Its outline covers an introduction to entrepreneurship and the start-up ecosystem, entrepreneurship in the new age, and people management and leadership.
Who can apply
Graduates in any discipline from a recognized university, including aspiring founders, working professionals and MSME owners.
How to apply
Use Register Now on the programme page. The course is paid.
Recognitions & empanelments
Official approvals this incubator holds.
Host Institute, MSME Innovative Scheme (Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises)
Listed at entry 128 of the Ministry's published List of Host Institutes for the incubation component of the MSME Innovative Scheme, as "Sharda University" (GAUTAM BUDDHA NAGAR, UTTAR PRADESH), checked 24 September 2026. This is the status that lets an innovator name the institute as their Host Institute when applying on the ministry's own portal. The list gives no approval date, no period and no status column, so whether the recognition is current cannot be told from it; and being listed is a capacity registration, not evidence that the institute has ever hosted an approved idea.
How to apply to Sharda University
Choosing the right programme
- Student founders at Sharda University: start with the incubation programme.
- Food and beverage founders at prototype or later stages: the food accelerator is built for that stage.
- Agritech, rural health, women-led or rural livelihood ventures: DST i-TBI Sharda Launchpad covers those focus areas.
- Graduates who want structured training before starting a venture: the certificate course is a paid option.
How to apply
- Incubation: use the Register to Incubate button on the Launchpad site.
- Food accelerator: use the Apply Now button on the accelerator page.
- DST i-TBI: use Apply for Incubation on the i-TBI page.
- Certificate course: use Register Now on the programme page.
Before you apply
- Check the stage and sector fit against each programme's stated audience.
- Confirm the current intake with the team, since the pages do not give application deadlines.
About Sharda University
Sharda Launchpad Federation is the innovation and entrepreneurship arm of Sharda University in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. It is a Section 8 company registered under the Companies Act 2013, set up by the university as a centre for entrepreneurship development.
How the programmes work
Sharda Launchpad runs a permanent incubation programme for ventures at the idea and early stage, a food and beverage accelerator for startups at prototype, early-traction and scale-up stages, and a government-supported technology business incubator called DST i-TBI Sharda Launchpad. It also offers a paid certificate course in new age entrepreneurship.
Who can apply
The incubation programme is open to student entrepreneurs of Sharda University, and its overview says it also supports startups and innovators from across India and abroad. The food and beverage accelerator takes startups in cloud kitchen and QSR, B2B food supplies, food products, and food logistics. The DST i-TBI focuses on agritech, rural health, women empowerment and rural livelihood. The certificate course takes graduates of any discipline.
Support on offer
The pages list co-working space, legal and regulatory support, IPR support, government grant assistance, mentoring, industry expert connects, weekly startup clinics, and access to university labs. Funding is described as available to budding entrepreneurs, with the amount given on the page. Startups incubated there are listed on the incubates page.
Who runs it
The leadership, advisory board and in-house and industry mentors are listed on the About page of the Launchpad site.
Location
Plot No. 32-34, Knowledge Park III, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. The Launchpad pages give the postal code as 201306; the university's main site gives 201310.
Get in touch
Send a message to Sharda University — we'll forward it on your behalf.
Frequently asked questions about Sharda University
What is Sharda University?
Sharda University is an incubator based in Noida, Uttar Pradesh.
What does Sharda University do?
Sharda Launchpad Federation is the innovation and entrepreneurship arm of Sharda University in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. It is a Section 8 company registered under the Companies Act 2013, set up by the university as a centre for entrepreneurship development.
Where is Sharda University located?
Sharda University is located at Plot No. 32-34, Knowledge Park III, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201306.
What programs does Sharda University run?
Sharda University runs Sharda Launchpad incubation, Sharda Global Food & Beverages Accelerator, DST i-TBI Sharda Launchpad and New Age Entrepreneurs - Foundational Certified Program.
Which Sharda University programme should I apply to?
It depends on how far along your startup is. Idea stage: Sharda Launchpad incubation and DST i-TBI Sharda Launchpad. Prototype stage: Sharda Launchpad incubation, Sharda Global Food & Beverages Accelerator and DST i-TBI Sharda Launchpad. MVP stage: Sharda Global Food & Beverages Accelerator. Early revenue stage: Sharda Global Food & Beverages Accelerator. Growth stage: Sharda Global Food & Beverages Accelerator. Check the programme's own eligibility before applying — several programmes are sector-specific.
Is Sharda University government recognised?
Sharda University holds the following recognitions and affiliations: Host Institute, MSME Innovative Scheme (Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises).
How do I apply to Sharda University?
- Student founders at Sharda University: start with the incubation programme. - Food and beverage founders at prototype or later stages: the food accelerator is built for that stage. - Agritech, rural health, women-led or rural livelihood ventures: DST i-TBI Sharda Launchpad covers those focus areas.
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