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Incubator Majitar, Sikkim Est. 2018

AIC SMUTBI

North-East India's first Atal Incubation Centre at Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology, supporting 100+ startups with seed grants up to Rs 25 lakh.

100+ startups supported 2 programs listed

About AIC SMUTBI

AIC-SMU Technology Business Incubation Foundation (AIC-SMUTBI) was set up in 2018 as one of the 100 world-class incubators envisioned by Atal Innovation Mission, NITI Aayog. It is the first Atal Incubation Centre in North-East India, located at Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology on the banks of the Teesta river.

The centre offers an intensive 20-week incubation program based on 12 Critical Success Elements designed to minimize startup failure risk. It provides seed funding up to Rs 25 lakh per startup and has been recognised as a Front Runner by the World Bank, IIT Delhi, and AIM NITI Aayog. Programs include the Wadhwani Foundation Venture Fast-track, SAPNE (Startup Acceleration Program for North East), and the META-supported XR Startup Program.

## Who Benefits

Early-stage entrepreneurs in North-East India and beyond, particularly those with innovative technology-based ideas seeking structured incubation and seed capital. Youth and student innovators from Sikkim and the North-Eastern states looking for mentorship, lab access, and a pathway from prototype to market.

Who they work with

Stages
Idea MVP / Prototype Early Revenue
Sectors
Deeptech & Robotics AI, SaaS & Enterprise Biotech, Health & Pharma Agritech & Food Social Impact

Programs by AIC SMUTBI 2

Closed Grant
FundingUp to Rs. 10 lakh
Equity-free Idea

The MeitY GENESIS EIR Program (Cohort 2.0) is a government-backed initiative providing financial and ecosystem support to innovators in Tier II and III cities. This program, hosted by the AIC SMUTBI (Sikkim Manipal University Technology Business Incubation) Foundation, is designed to accelerate early-stage technology ventures from the Ideation to the Prototyping stage. It provides **grant funding of up to Rs. 10 Lakhs**, expert mentorship, and incubation facilities to support innovators

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Closed Grant
FundingUp to Rs. 80 lakh
Equity-free Idea MVP / Prototype

**Digi-SAPNE 2.0 (Startup Acceleration Program for North East)** is an acceleration initiative by AIC SMU Technology Business Incubation Foundation in collaboration with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. The program is designed to empower early-stage entrepreneurs and startups from the North Eastern states of India who are solving regional challenges through technology-driven innovations. Digi-SAPNE focuses on building a strong startup ecosystem in the North East by

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Frequently asked questions

What funding programs does AIC SMUTBI run?

AIC SMUTBI currently has 2 programs listed in this directory, including MeitY GENESIS EIR Program (Cohort 2.0) at AIC SMUTBI, Digi-SAPNE 2.0 Startup Acceleration Program at AIC SMU-TBIF. Each program page covers the funding amount, eligibility and application process.

Is AIC SMUTBI a government organisation?

AIC SMUTBI 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 SMUTBI 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 SMUTBI 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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