Incubation
A programme by TBI-GEU — Technology Business Incubator, Graphic Era University
Rolling incubation for founders with a solid idea or an early prototype, with a desk at TBI-GEU.
At a glance
| Best for | Students, alumni and outside early-stage founders with a solid idea or early prototype |
|---|---|
| Stage | Prototype – MVP |
| Duration | not stated |
| Format | In person |
About Incubation
Incubation is TBI-GEU's main route for founders who are past the idea stage and ready to build. There is no advertised deadline — the application form stays open.
What you get
- Mentorship from industry experts and experienced founders
- A dedicated workspace and infrastructure at TBI-GEU
- Help reaching funding support and government startup schemes
- Legal, compliance and intellectual property guidance
- Introductions to investors, partners and other founders
- Masterclasses on startup skills and growth, and access to demo days
Who can apply
- Students, alumni and early-stage founders — you do not have to be at Graphic Era
- You need a solid startup idea or an early prototype and be ready to build
How to apply: fill in the incubation form on the incubator's site. A pitch deck template is published on the same page; use it. Questions go to office.tbi@geu.ac.in.
Where to apply
Other TBI-GEU — Technology Business Incubator, Graphic Era University programmes
- Pre-IncubationTakes a raw idea, or none yet, and helps shape it into a business model before you apply for incubation.
- Seed Fund SchemeA funding route open only to startups TBI-GEU already incubates.
- Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR)A twelve-month, full-time, in-person fellowship for a technology founder with real intellectual property potential, with a monthly stipend.
- Himalayan Grassroot Acceleration Cohort (with MUY)A free four-month hybrid cohort for rural entrepreneurs in Uttarakhand — between intakes, the advertised 2026 edition closed in August 2026.
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