Open to startups registered in India

Circular Innovation Incubation Program NSRCEL

NSRCEL, IIM Bangalore

About This Scheme

An incubation program by NSRCEL and PRIF for early-stage climate tech and circular economy startups in India, offering mentorship, funding access, and market network.

The Circular Innovation Incubation Program, a joint initiative by NSRCEL at IIM Bangalore and PRIF, is dedicated to fostering climate-positive low-carbon solutions across India. This program empowers early-stage startup founders who are developing viable technology, scalable go-to-market strategies, and robust revenue models within the circular economy. It specifically targets innovations in areas like climate-smart agriculture, plastic circularity, and glass circularity, aiming to drive significant sustainable impact. The program adopts a hybrid format, blending online sessions with occasional physical meetups and events held in Bangalore or other major cities, providing flexibility while also fostering community and direct engagement. It supports ventures in leveraging technology, market access, and a favorable policy environment to achieve sustainable outcomes.

Benefits

Participating startups will gain crucial access to grants and connections to venture capitalists to secure further funding.
The program offers comprehensive Go-to-Market Guidance, expert mentorship, and fundraising readiness support.
Startups will gain valuable access to corporate and industry networks, enhancing their market reach and collaboration opportunities.
It also includes impact measurement readiness and leadership capacity building workshops, ensuring founders are equipped for sustainable growth.
Deep-tech partners like FSID (IISc) provide lab access and technical validation, essential for product refinement.

How to Apply

Rolling basis

Quick Info

Amount / Funding

Varies

State / Region

Open to startups registered in India

Ministry / Dept

NSRCEL, IIM Bangalore