AIC - Amrita Center for Entrepreneurship

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.

Institutional support

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.

Core Offerings

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.

Focus Sectors

We incubate startups working in these critical domains

TR · Transport

Transport

Automotive, connected cars, and electric vehicles (EV).

NM · Materials

New Materials

Advancements in nanomaterials and green materials.

ST · Sensors

Sensor Technology

Development of bio sensors.

EA · Emerging

Emerging Areas of National Importance

Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Cybersecurity.

Core Programs

Building our inaugural startup cohort

Whether you are validating a concept or ready to occupy premium space, you can partner with us early.

01 / Pre‑Incubation

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.

02 / Incubation

Incubation Program

Designed for early‑stage technology startups looking to hit the market, formalize their operations, and access strategic guidance and fund enablement.

03 / Co‑Working

Co‑Working Spaces

Access vibrant desks and meeting rooms within our 14,000 sq. ft. facility, designed specifically to foster community and collaborative building.

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Labs & Infrastructure

Built for hands‑on, technical work

Coming Soon

Sector‑Specific & Makerspace Labs

We are currently outfitting our specialized Sector‑Specific & Makerspace Labs with manufacturing and testing equipment.

Current Offering

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.

Leadership & Team

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. Krishnashree Achuthan

Managing Director
Dean, PG Program, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
Dr. Prashant R Nair

Dr. Prashant R Nair

Director
Associate Director, IQAC, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
Mr. Pradeep Menon

Mr. Pradeep Menon

Director
Director – Cybersecurity, NxxT
Dr. J. Mohanasundari

Dr. J. Mohanasundari

Director
Managing Director – Kayjay Sharp Trendys / Sharp Electrodes / JM Ayurvedas
Mr. P N Raghavan

Mr. P N Raghavan

Director
Managing Partner, Amar Metering Pumps

Operational Team

Wg. Cmd. (Dr.) A Balachandran (Ret.)

Wg. Cmd. (Dr.) A Balachandran (Ret.)

CEO i/c
Mr. Soorya Raveendran

Mr. Soorya Raveendran

Incubation & Operations Manager
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Mr. Dinesh V

Mr. Dinesh V

Admin & Accounts Associate
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Contact

Let’s talk about your next step

Get in touch to schedule a visit to our facility or learn more about our upcoming cohorts.

Address
AIC - Amrita Center for Entrepreneurship, ℅ Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Amritanagar, Ettimadai, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu – 641112
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