FundingUp to Rs. 1.5 Cr
Equity-free MVP / Prototype Early Revenue DPIIT
Up to Rs. 1.5 Cr for DPIIT-recognised iDEX-winning defence startups
ClosesClosed
About PIEDS
PIEDS (Pilani Innovation & Entrepreneurship Development Society) is a technology business incubator located at the Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani campus in Rajasthan. Established in 2013, PIEDS leverages BITS Pilani's strong engineering and science programs to support deep-tech and technology-driven startups. The incubator has received support from the Department of Science and Technology (DST) and NITI Aayog's Atal Innovation Mission.
## Role
PIEDS serves as the primary incubation and entrepreneurship development arm of BITS Pilani. It provides early-stage startups with workspace, technical mentorship, access to BITS Pilani's laboratories and research facilities, and connections to funding sources. The incubator bridges the gap between academic research at one of India's top engineering institutions and commercial startup development.
## Programs
PIEDS offers structured incubation programs that include co-working space, dedicated labs, mentorship from faculty and industry experts, and access to seed funding through government grants and the incubator's own corpus. The incubator supports startups across technology, healthcare, education, IoT, semiconductors, and renewable energy. Key technology focus areas include IoT, AI, semiconductor design, and analytics. PIEDS also facilitates participation in government funding programs and connects startups with industry partners for pilot projects and commercialization support.
## Notable Alumni
PIEDS alumni include Kalam Labs, Valerio Electric, Niroggyan, Adneu, and Nawgati. These startups span education technology, electric vehicles, health diagnostics, and mobility solutions, reflecting the diversity of ventures that emerge from the BITS Pilani ecosystem.
## Who Benefits
BITS Pilani students, alumni, and external technology founders who want to commercialize innovations in hardware, IoT, semiconductors, healthcare, and clean energy. Startups at the ideation and validation stages benefit most, particularly those that need access to laboratory infrastructure, technical mentorship, and a peer community of engineering-minded founders.
## Strategic Impact
With over 300 startups supported, PIEDS has built a meaningful track record as a Tier 2-3 city incubator. Located in Pilani, Rajasthan, it demonstrates that quality incubation is possible outside India's major metro cities when anchored by a strong academic institution. PIEDS contributes to building the deep-tech startup pipeline in northern India and provides BITS Pilani's students and researchers with a direct pathway from academic innovation to entrepreneurship.
Who they work with
Stages
Idea MVP / Prototype Early Revenue
Sectors
Deeptech & Robotics Biotech, Health & Pharma Climate, Energy & EV Edtech & Skilling
Notable alumni
Kalam Labs Valerio Electric Niroggyan Adneu Nawgati
Frequently asked questions
What funding programs does PIEDS run?
PIEDS currently has 9 programs listed in this directory, including PIEDS SIDBI iDEX Fund - BITS Pilani PIEDS, Samvardhan 2026 Design Accelerator at PIEDS BITS Pilani, SMT. Raj Kumari Jain Seed Fund for Innovation at PIEDS BITS Pilani. Each program page covers the funding amount, eligibility and application process.
Is PIEDS a government organisation?
PIEDS 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 PIEDS 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 PIEDS and provides assistance for application preparation, document organisation and prerequisite registrations such as incorporation, DPIIT recognition, MSME and GST.
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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.
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Closing soon
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Equity-free Idea Logistics & Mobility
ClosesJun 15, 2026
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MVP / Prototype Biotech, Health & Pharma
ClosesJun 15, 2026
FundingSupport amount varies
MVP / Prototype
ClosesJun 15, 2026
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