Student Startup Program: Your Path to Entrepreneurial Success
Empowering students to transform innovative ideas into thriving startups. A transparent, structured pathway from ideation to scaling your venture with cutting-edge resources, expert mentorship, and financial support.
Program Objectives
A comprehensive ecosystem designed to support student entrepreneurs from ideation to market success.
Foster Entrepreneurial Mindset
Develop problem-solving skills and entrepreneurial thinking across all disciplines through practical experience, courses, and workshops.
Resources & Infrastructure
Access resources, mentorship, and state-of-the-art infrastructure for prototype/MVP development with hands-on projects.
Legal & IP Guidance
Navigate legal processes including IP/patent registry and company establishment with expert support.
Scaling & Global Exposure
Support for scaling and growth with funding opportunities and global exposure through international platforms.
Eligibility
Whether you're from Engineering, Design, Law, or any other discipline—if you have an innovative idea, you belong here.
Funding Opportunities
Multiple funding pathways to support your startup journey from idea validation to scaling.
Co-innovation Center (IHFC, IITD)
Seed funding for innovative technology solutions with commercialization potential.
Application Process:
Application → Pitch → Due Diligence → Funding
Cisco-Nasscom thingQbator
Specialized funding for IoT and technology startups through industry partnership.
Application Process:
Application → Technical Review → Presentation → Funding
PESU Venture Labs
Larger scale funding for startups ready for market entry and scaling.
Application Process:
Business Plan → Due Diligence → Term Sheet → Investment
CIE Ignite Prize Fund
Cash prizes and seed funding for winners of our flagship ideathon.
Application Process:
Participate → Advance stages → Final pitch → Awards
Success Stories
Real startups launched by our students, creating impact and driving innovation.
PocketCoach
Sports Technology | AI CoachingAI-powered online sports training platform providing expert coaching programs designed by international athletes and trainers. Uses computer vision to enable personalized athlete development and team training solutions.
Impact Created:
Democratizing professional sports coaching, with growing adoption by schools and sports organizations across India
Epicure Robotics
Robotics | Food AutomationFully automated food kiosks using proprietary gantry-based technology (PARK) for fast, precise, and customizable food preparation. All R&D and manufacturing done in-house in Bangalore.
Impact Created:
Revolutionizing the food service industry by introducing affordable, reliable robotic automation technologies
Aalap AI
Artificial Intelligence | Legal Tech & Music AIIndia's first text-to-music Carnatic music generation model and an AI assistant for legal and paralegal functions, trained on instruction data for Indian legal tasks.
Impact Created:
Bridging tradition and technology in music while revolutionizing legal assistance with specialized AI tools
Authify
Deep Tech | Data Security & Enforcement SystemsSpecializes in data security, behavioral infrastructure, and enforcement systems including urban gardening enforcement, traffic management, and wellness solutions.
Impact Created:
Enhancing smart city initiatives and enterprise data security through innovative behavioral enforcement technology
SmartChakra
IoT & Connected DevicesDeveloping smart connected devices for wellness, consumer automation, and healthcare verticals.
Impact Created:
Bringing IoT innovation to wellness and healthcare sectors
Zeru Finance
Fintech | Supply ChainInnovative fintech solutions focusing on supply chain traceability, accountability, and transparent operations.
Impact Created:
Transforming supply chain transparency and financial operations
Draft42
Design & Tech InnovationCreative solution studio focused on product design, IoT, and cybersecurity, collaborating with research labs and industry mentors.
Impact Created:
Creating innovative design and tech solutions for diverse industries
Program Roadmap
A structured 4-phase journey from application to scaling your startup.
Application
Submit your idea and apply to join the program through a simple application process
Onboarding
Initial orientation, resource access setup, mentor assignment, and program kickoff
Active Participation
Regular mentorship, workshops, prototype development, and progress tracking
Completion & Growth
Final pitch, graduation from program, continued support for scaling and funding
Your Startup Journey
From idea to impact: A comprehensive path supporting every stage of your entrepreneurial journey.
Idea Generation
Brainstorm and validate your startup concept with support from CIE resources and mentors
Prototype Development
Build your MVP using state-of-the-art makerspaces, labs, and technical guidance
IP/Patent Registry
Secure intellectual property rights with expert legal assistance and filing support
Company Establishment
Register your company with guidance on legal structure, compliance, and documentation
Funding Support
Access seed funding, grants, and investor connections to fuel your growth
Mentorship & Networking
Connect with industry leaders, successful entrepreneurs, and domain experts
Scaling & Growth
Expand operations with ongoing support for market entry and business development
Ready to Launch Your Startup?
Join hundreds of successful student entrepreneurs who have transformed their ideas into thriving businesses through our comprehensive support ecosystem.
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