Deadline Date: May 25, 2026
The Bharat Incubation Center for Futuristic and Advanced Innovations (BICFAI), a joint initiative of BITS Pilani and the ICFAI Group, has opened applications for the BICFAI Deeptech Cohort 1.0 to support innovators developing impactful solutions in defence, aerospace, and deeptech sectors.
The cohort focuses on artificial intelligence, autonomy and robotics, advanced materials and smart manufacturing, cybersecurity and secure communication, information warfare, sensors and embedded systems, energy systems, and quantum and advanced computing technologies.
The programme is designed to provide opportunities for students, researchers, professionals, and MSMEs working on futuristic and high-impact technologies. Through this initiative, participants will receive mentorship support from BITS Pilani and the ICFAI Group along with access to funding support and market opportunities.
The initiative aims to encourage innovation and technology development in strategic and emerging sectors while helping innovators strengthen their solutions through expert guidance and industry connections.
Eligible applicants include students, MSMEs, researchers, and professionals interested in building solutions across defence, aerospace, and advanced deeptech domains.
For more information, visit BITS Pilani.
