VIKAS
Bringing Businesses to Startups
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About VIKAS
The VIKAS Incubation Program, driven by Geo-Intel Lab at IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation (IITTNiF), established under the Department of Science & Technology’s National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NM-ICPS).
About VIKAS
The VIKAS Incubation Program, driven by Geo-Intel Lab at IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation (IITTNiF), established under the Department of Science & Technology’s National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NM-ICPS).
With the vision of “Bringing Business to Startups,” VIKAS redefines incubation by creating opportunities for startups in Positioning and Precision Technologies (PPT). The program nurtures innovation in GIS, Remote Sensing, GNSS/NaVIC, Non-Invasive Surveying, and PNT technologies, while enabling collaborations with industries, government agencies, and academia.
More than an incubation program, VIKAS is an ecosystem builder—empowering startups with real business opportunities, advanced resources, expert mentorship, and national visibility to scale their solutions and drive impact for Viksit Bharat @2047.
Focus Areas
Focus Areas
GIS & Spatial Data – Decision support for smart cities, logistics, disaster management.
Remote Sensing – Advanced imaging for land use, climate, and resources.
GNSS & NaVIC – Precision navigation for agriculture, mobility, and resilience .
Non-Invasive Surveying – LiDAR, photogrammetry, GPR for infrastructure and heritage.
PNT Technologies – Quantum sensors, atomic clocks, resilient synchronization.
Benefits
Benefits
Business First Advantage – Direct access to projects, clients, and revenue pipelines through IITTNiF.
High-Value Collaborations – Collaboration oppostunities with leading corporates, policy makers, and researchers.
Expert Mentorship – Strategic guidance from domain leaders and industry experts.
Market Visibility – National platforms to showcase innovations and attract investors.
Scalable Growth Pathways – Commercialization and real-world impact pathways.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility Criteria
DPIIT Registration – The startup must be registered with the DPIIT to comply with national startup policies.
Domain Relevance – The startup should operate in areas related to Positioning and Precision Technologies (PPT), such as GIS, GNSS, Remote Sensing, Non-Invasive Surveying, and allied technologies.
Indian Ownership & Incorporation – The startup must be incorporated in India with significant Indian ownership, ensuring alignment with national regulations and market needs.
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