Deadline: June 30, 2026
The focus areas, objectives, priorities, and themes of the programs are to support founders at the ideation stage, help develop minimum viable products (MVPs), prepare startups for full-scale incubation, encourage innovation, support the commercialisation of research, and bridge the gap between academia and entrepreneurship.
EvolvX is a four-month pre-incubation program designed for founders with startup ideas or those who did not enter the full incubation cohort. The program helps participants refine business ideas, develop MVPs, and prepare their startups for further growth.
The interest form allows aspiring founders to join the early interest list and receive updates, guidance, and information about future cohort applications.
The NIC Hyderabad incubation program offers intensive mentorship, a tailored program structure, dedicated co-working space, funding opportunities, networking support, and participation opportunities at no cost.
RISE is a specialised program for university faculty members and students interested in transforming research into entrepreneurial ventures. It provides training on commercialising research, fostering innovation, and supporting students in launching startups.
Founders with innovative ideas, early-stage startups, and university students looking to commercialise research can apply. The program is open to participants whether they are bootstrapping or already generating revenue, provided their startup demonstrates potential.
The selection process for the incubation program includes online application review, pitching to a panel of experts, and final interviews before acceptance into the cohort.
For more information, visit NIC Hyderabad.
