The NIDHI Seed Support Program (SSP) at PDEU Innovation and Incubation Centre provides up to ₹50 lakh in DST funding to technology-based startups for proof of concept, prototype development, product trials, market entry, and commercialization.
PDEU Innovation and Incubation Centre
PDEU Innovation and Incubation Centre (PDEU IIC) is a Technology Business Incubator established under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013. Recognized by the Department of Science and Technology and the Government of Gujarat, it supports technology-driven startups through incubation, mentorship, infrastructure, funding access, and industry partnerships.
About PDEU Innovation and Incubation Centre
PDEU Innovation and Incubation Centre (formerly PDPU Innovation and Incubation Centre) was established in 2017 under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013 to foster innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology commercialization. The centre complements the academic and research ecosystem of Pandit Deendayal Energy University (PDEU) by providing world-class incubation support to innovators, entrepreneurs, researchers, and startups.
Recognized as a Technology Business Incubator (TBI) by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, and as a Nodal Institute by the Government of Gujarat, PDEU IIC offers mentoring, infrastructure, business development support, networking opportunities, investor connect, intellectual property assistance, and access to government funding schemes.
The incubation centre has supported more than 200 startups across diverse sectors including energy, clean technology, healthcare, agriculture, artificial intelligence, education, sustainability, manufacturing, and digital technologies. Its 20,000 sq. ft. incubation facility provides startups with office space, laboratories, meeting rooms, and collaborative workspaces.
PDEU IIC has also played a significant role in promoting entrepreneurship among students and faculty, supporting over 50 student startups and 10 faculty-led ventures while helping incubated startups collectively raise more than Rs. 96 crore in funding and generate hundreds of employment opportunities.
Recognitions
Approved as a Technology Business Incubator by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India and recognized as a Nodal Institute by the Government of Gujarat.
Infrastructure
Operates a dedicated incubation facility of approximately 20,000 sq. ft. with office space, meeting rooms, mentoring facilities and startup support infrastructure.
Key Achievements
Supported over 200 startups, facilitated more than 140 intellectual property filings, organized over 230 entrepreneurship events, and helped startups raise more than Rs. 96 crore.
Entrepreneurship Programs
Conducts startup bootcamps, workshops, mentoring sessions, networking events, innovation challenges and investor connects for students, researchers and entrepreneurs.
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Frequently asked questions
What funding programs does PDEU Innovation and Incubation Centre run?
PDEU Innovation and Incubation Centre currently has 1 program listed in this directory, including NIDHI Seed Support Scheme (NIDHI-SSS). Each program page covers the funding amount, eligibility and application process.
Is PDEU Innovation and Incubation Centre a government organisation?
PDEU Innovation and Incubation Centre 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 PDEU Innovation and Incubation Centre program fits my startup?
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