Your Idea, Our Mission
The Best Support for Startups.
Overview
The Directorate of Entrepreneurship and Innovation (DEI) at SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), founded in 2015, fosters innovation and entrepreneurship by supporting startups with facilities and funding. DEI's mission is to create a robust ecosystem from ideation to product development. Complementing DEI, the Bootstrappers' Research Council (BRC) is a Section-8 non-profit organization enhancing campus innovation. BRC offers pre-incubation, incubation, and acceleration programs, focusing on early-stage startups in Defense, E-mobility, Healthcare, and Deep Tech. Together, DEI and BRC support entrepreneurial teams, transforming ideas into market-ready products and building a self-reliant nation.
Mission
To create an ecosystem that sensitizes, engages, and supports innovators from ideation to product development, enabling the innovation community with access to best-in-class infrastructure, mentorship, and funding while protecting the intellectual assets evolved from inventive processes.
Vision
To promote an entrepreneurial mindset, kindle the fire of innovation on campus, and contribute to building a self-reliant nation.
Who we are?
Founded in 2015, we are a vibrant community dedicated to fostering Innovation and Creativity.
We work to create an inspiring environment where diverse minds come together, transforming ambitious dreams into realities.
Think of us as your launchpad for your startup—a place where your ideas take flight, and your vision transforms into impactful paradigm shift.
What do we do?
Through CIAP, We support innovators with services like branding, designing, and legal advice on Intellectual Property Rights.
At the Fablab, access to advanced machines for prototype development.
Through BIRAC BioNEST, we nurture early-stage biotech and healthcare startups.
Our SIDC program fosters entrepreneurship with mentorship and training, with courses, for students and faculty to enhance skills in Design, Technology, and Innovation.
How we do it?
We help you connect...
If you have skills in areas like designing, photography, content writing, and more, you'll become visible to the entire Industry seeking talent like yours.
If there's a match, you could land an Assignment, Internship, or Job. Amazing, isn't it?
Whether you have an idea or not, we value your spirit of learning and contributing.
What do we do for startups?
We are an incubator that provides the essential support startups need to thrive. We offer infrastructure, funding, mentorship, workspace, and overall nurturing.
From the inception of an idea to its successful realization, we guide teams and startups through the entire process.
Who can Join us?
YOU. The mere fact that you've taken the time to explore us is proof that you have what we're looking for: aspirations. Trust us, we are here to nurture your dreams and help them flourish.
Our Services
225+ Cr
Funds raised by our startups
1.2 Cr
Corpus Fund
130+
Pre-Incubation Projects
110+
Events Organized
37
Incubated Startups
4
Technology Transfers
Funding Programs
NewGen IEDC
New Generation Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Centre (NewGen IEDC) is the program launched by the National Science and Technology Entrepreneurship Development Board (NSTEDB), Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India and implemented by EDII, Ahmedabad. NewGen IEDC aims to inculcate...
Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS)
The Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS) provides financial support to early-stage startups for concept validation, prototype development, and market entry. This initiative empowers...
Our Facilities
Patents Granted
Employment Generated
Mentors Onboard
Supported Startups
Industry/ Academic Partnership
Startups Graduated
Minor Programs Offered
Minor in Entrepreneurship and Design Innovation
The course offers SRMIST undergraduate students the opportunity to learn about technology innovation and entrepreneurship inspired by the Berkeley Method of Entrepreneurship.
Minor in BioDesign and Innovation
It is a project-based, fast-paced course for undergraduate and Postgraduate students with an interest in entrepreneurship and a desire to improve the global healthcare sector through technological innovation.
Design Thinking Core/Elective/Optional
An immersive course for undergraduate and postgraduate students to create impactful solutions using user-centered design principles, emphasizing empathy, prototyping, and iterative problem-solving to tackle real-world challenges effectively.
Students Completed Design Thinking and Methodology Course
Students Completed Data Science with Venture Application Course
Students Completed Entrepreneurship Bootcamp Course
Students Completed Blockchain Technology and Social Impact Course
Our Current Startups
Our Graduated Startups
Our Partners
Institution's Innovation Council (IIC)
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What They Say
If you're reading this then probably you have some amazing idea, don't feel shy we're happy to help.
Anant Mishra | Project Head
If you're reading this then probably you have some amazing idea, don't feel shy we're happy to help.
Anant Mishra | Project Head
If you're reading this then probably you have some amazing idea, don't feel shy we're happy to help.
Anant Mishra | Project Head
If you're reading this then probably you have some amazing idea, don't feel shy we're happy to help.
Anant Mishra | Project Head
If you're reading this then probably you have some amazing idea, don't feel shy we're happy to help.
Anant Mishra | Project Head
If you're reading this then probably you have some amazing idea, don't feel shy we're happy to help.
Anant Mishra | Project Head
If you're reading this then probably you have some amazing idea, don't feel shy we're happy to help.
Anant Mishra | Project Head
If you're reading this then probably you have some amazing idea, don't feel shy we're happy to help.
Anant Mishra | Project Head
If you're reading this then probably you have some amazing idea, don't feel shy we're happy to help.
Anant Mishra | Project Head