Accelerating Technology and Innovation‑Driven Startups
Catalyzing the journey from concept to commercialization. We equip forward‑thinking innovators with the infrastructure, mentorship, and strategic network needed to build scalable, high‑impact enterprises.
Supported by Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog, Government of India & Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham.
Most people are concerned only with what they can get from the world, but it is what we are able to give to others that determines the quality of our lives.Amma, Mata Amritanandamayi Chancellor, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
Vision
To encourage the creation of value‑based enterprises following ethical principles, offering great products and services of high utility engineered to provide simple yet transformational solutions to problems faced in society.
Mission
To provide an ecosystem that will kindle, nurture and support the innate desire and ideas lying dormant in the individual, and create avenues to fructify those ideas into meaningful enterprises.
A foundational support system for growth
AIC - Amrita Center for Entrepreneurship is dedicated to fostering a vibrant startup ecosystem. We support technology‑driven entrepreneurs in bringing transformational solutions to market — consider us your foundational support system for growth.
State‑of‑the‑Art Space
Access a 14,000 sq. ft. dedicated facility featuring modern, plug‑and‑play coworking areas.
Research Ecosystem
Direct access to the prestigious Centers of Excellence (CoEs) of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham for technical collaboration.
Fund Enablement
Strategic guidance on pitch preparation, financial structuring, and connecting with investment networks.
Formalization & Legal
Basic support in company registration, regulatory compliance, and building a structured corporate foundation.
Mentorship
Access to industry experts and our experienced Board of Directors for strategic business guidance.
We incubate startups working in these critical domains
Transport
Automotive, connected cars, and electric vehicles (EV).
New Materials
Advancements in nanomaterials and green materials.
Sensor Technology
Development of bio sensors.
Emerging Areas of National Importance
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Cybersecurity.
Building our inaugural startup cohort
Whether you are validating a concept or ready to occupy premium space, you can partner with us early.
Pre‑Incubation Program
Tailored for researchers, students, and innovators who have a strong technological idea and need a supportive ecosystem to convert that theory into a functional prototype.
Incubation Program
Designed for early‑stage technology startups looking to hit the market, formalize their operations, and access strategic guidance and fund enablement.
Co‑Working Spaces
Access vibrant desks and meeting rooms within our 14,000 sq. ft. facility, designed specifically to foster community and collaborative building.
Built for hands‑on, technical work
Sector‑Specific & Makerspace Labs
We are currently outfitting our specialized Sector‑Specific & Makerspace Labs with manufacturing and testing equipment.
Centers of Excellence Access
In the meantime, incubated startups gain invaluable direct access to the world‑class Centers of Excellence (CoEs) of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, opening up advanced academic research labs and specialized domain expertise.
Governance and operations, side by side
Our governance, strategic direction, and daily operations bring together expertise across academia, industrial manufacturing, and global technology networks.
Board of Directors
Dr. Krishnashree Achuthan
Dr. Prashant R Nair
Mr. Pradeep Menon
Dr. J. Mohanasundari
Mr. P N Raghavan
Operational Team
Wg. Cmd. (Dr.) A Balachandran (Ret.)
Let’s talk about your next step
Get in touch to schedule a visit to our facility or learn more about our upcoming cohorts.
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