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Incubator Ahmedabad, Gujarat

NewGen IEDC

DST-NSTEDB programme implemented by EDII establishing innovation centres in 26 academic institutions across 13 states to foster student entrepreneurship and startup creation.

1 program listed

About NewGen IEDC

NewGen IEDC (New Generation Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Centre) is a programme launched by the National Science and Technology Entrepreneurship Development Board (NSTEDB) under the Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India, and implemented by the Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII), Ahmedabad.

The programme establishes innovation and entrepreneurship centres in academic institutions where students are encouraged to take up innovative projects with commercialisation potential. NSTEDB has supported 26 academic institutions across 13 states including Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Gujarat, Haryana, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Meghalaya, Punjab, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir. Key activities include business plan competitions, innovation camps, hackathons with active involvement of industry and alumni, and structured mentorship schemes for student innovators. The programme provides guidance, funding for innovation activities, and support for converting student projects into viable startup ventures.

## Who Benefits

Science and technology students in participating academic institutions across 13 Indian states who have innovative project ideas with commercial potential and need mentorship, competition platforms, and structured entrepreneurship development support to launch startups.

Who they work with

Stages
Idea
Sectors
AI, SaaS & Enterprise Manufacturing & Industrial Deeptech & Robotics

Programs by NewGen IEDC 1

Closed Grant
FundingUp to Rs. 2.5 lakh
Equity-free

The NewGen IEDC is a DST initiative aimed at promoting innovation and entrepreneurship among science and technology students by supporting the development of innovative, commercially viable projects. It provides financial support of up to Rs. 2.5 lakhs per project for Proof-of-Concept (PoC) or prototype development. This includes Rs. 25,000 for mentor support, Rs. 25,000 for company registration (as a stipend for legal entity formation), and Rs. 200,000 for materials, fabrication, and

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Frequently asked questions

What funding programs does NewGen IEDC run?

NewGen IEDC currently has 1 program listed in this directory, including NewGen IEDC Grant Support. Each program page covers the funding amount, eligibility and application process.

Is NewGen IEDC a government organisation?

NewGen IEDC 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 NewGen IEDC 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 NewGen IEDC 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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