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Incubator Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu Est. 2019

AIC RAISE

India's first startup incubation centre focused on the UN Sustainable Development Goals, based in Coimbatore.

2 programs listed

About AIC RAISE

AIC RAISE is an Atal Incubation Centre established under AIM, NITI Aayog at Rathinam Techzone in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. Founded in 2019, it is India's first startup incubation centre dedicated to nurturing ventures aligned with the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals, creating a unique niche in the Indian incubation ecosystem.

The centre creates a holistic ecosystem for social impact startups, supporting mission-driven founders who use technology and creativity to solve social and environmental problems. AIC RAISE provides co-working space, mentorship, networking, and seed funding access. It aims to bring up 150+ successful startups for creating impact in society and the economy, while evolving as an international platform for social startups.

## Who Benefits

Social impact founders and startups building solutions aligned with the UN SDGs. Entrepreneurs in Coimbatore and Tamil Nadu working on sustainability, climate, health, education, and community development challenges. Mission-driven founders who want an incubation environment that values social outcomes alongside financial returns.

Who they work with

Stages
Idea MVP / Prototype Early Revenue
Sectors
Social Impact Climate, Energy & EV Biotech, Health & Pharma Edtech & Skilling Agritech & Food

Programs by AIC RAISE 2

Closed Grant
FundingUp to Rs. 5 lakh
Equity-free MVP / Prototype Early Revenue

Sustainovation Challenge 2.0 is a national-level climate and social innovation program launched by AIC RAISE Business Incubator in collaboration with Startup India and DPIIT under the Bharat Startup Grand Challenge. The program is designed to accelerate startups building impactful solutions for a sustainable India by supporting climate-focused and socially inclusive innovations. Selected startups are onboarded into a 14-week structured incubation program that provides hands-on mentorship

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Frequently asked questions

What funding programs does AIC RAISE run?

AIC RAISE currently has 2 programs listed in this directory, including EDII-TN Innovation Voucher Program , AIC RAISE Hardware Cohort, Sustainovation Challenge 2.0 at AIC RAISE. Each program page covers the funding amount, eligibility and application process.

Is AIC RAISE a government organisation?

AIC RAISE is listed as a incubator. It is not a government body, and its programs follow the organisation's own selection process.

How do I evaluate whether a AIC RAISE program fits my startup?

Start with the stages and sectors shown on this profile, then open the program pages for eligibility conditions and document checklists. If you want a structured view, send an enquiry below and an IncorpX advisor will walk you through fit and readiness.

Do I apply to these programs through IncorpX?

No. Applications are always submitted in your own name with the respective program authority. IncorpX is independent of AIC RAISE and provides assistance for application preparation, document organisation and prerequisite registrations such as incorporation, DPIIT recognition, MSME and GST.

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Important disclaimer

IncorpX is a private platform operated by a private company. It is not a government department, agency or official portal, and it is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of any government body or of any organisation, incubator, accelerator, investor or partner listed in this directory. All program names, logos and trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification only.

This directory is compiled from publicly available official sources and is provided for general information only. It does not constitute legal, financial, tax or professional advice. Funding amounts, eligibility criteria, required documents, deadlines and availability are determined by each program authority and change with every cycle, so the details shown here may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm the current terms on the official program source before you apply or take any decision.

IncorpX charges no fee for the information in this directory and does not collect, process, lodge or submit any application on your behalf. Applications are made by you, in your own name, directly with the respective program authority. IncorpX provides assistance only for application preparation and for related registrations such as company incorporation, DPIIT recognition, MSME (Udyam) and GST. Eligibility, approval, disbursement and selection rest solely with the respective program authority, and IncorpX makes no representation or guarantee as to any outcome.

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