Incubation Cell
Innovation at GNITS
The GNITS Innovation and Incubation Centre, launched in July 2022, is a pioneering academic incubator focusing on women-led Deep Tech startups. In February 2023, GNITS was selected by Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog to establish the Atal Incubation Centre (AIC-GNITS Foundation). This initiative promotes women entrepreneurs, focusing on creating sustainable and tech-driven solutions aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- First-of-its-kind Academic Women Incubator focusing on Deep Tech.
- Support for startups in Clean Tech, ESDM, Sustainability, EVs, and Drones.
- Aimed at building market-ready prototypes in a limited time frame.

Vision
Empowering Sustainable Entrepreneurship for Women through Design-Led Innovation for Global Impact. Becoming the top-notch Deep-Tech incubator for Women in India.
Mission

Atal Incubation Centre (AIC-GNITS)
The AIC-GNITS Foundation provides a springboard for women entrepreneurs looking to establish technology-based business ventures. It fosters an innovative environment, offering necessary resources, mentorship, and infrastructure to support entrepreneurs in creating market-viable prototypes.
Networking Opportunities
GNIT fosters a vibrant ecosystem that connects students with industry leaders and innovators, providing invaluable networking opportunities to boost their entrepreneurial journeys.
Facilities
Our state-of-the-art facilities are designed to support creativity and collaboration, offering students the ideal environment to develop their innovative projects
Funding Opportunities
GNIT provides access to diverse funding sources, empowering aspiring entrepreneurs with the financial resources necessary to turn their groundbreaking ideas into successful ventures.
GNITS Innovation Ecosystem
The Innovation Cell at GNITS brings together resources, ideas, and people to create an innovative environment for students and faculty. It encourages creativity and helps students turn their concepts into real-world business solutions. The Innovation Cell provides access to the institution’s resources, such as workshops, labs, libraries, and research centers.
Entrepreneurship Development Cell
The EDC at GNITS promotes entrepreneurship among women through workshops, panel discussions, and a technology incubation center. In partnership with JNTU, Hyderabad, the EDC nurtures entrepreneurial spirit and provides infrastructure support to startups.
Intellectual Property Rights Cell
The IPR Cell at GNITS is dedicated to identifying, protecting, and leveraging intellectual property generated through research and innovation. It provides a platform for the commercialization of inventions and ensures the ethical use of intellectual property for societal benefit.
Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC)
Ministry of Education (MoE), Govt. of India has established “MoE’s Innovation Cell (MIC)” to systematically foster the culture of Innovation amongst all Higher Education Institutions (HEIs).
Innovation Policies
The Policies at GNITS support innovation, entrepreneurship, and IP protection. The Innovation and Incubation Policy fosters women-led Deep Tech startups aligned with UNSDGs. The Entrepreneurship Development Policy provides resources and mentorship for business creation. The IPR Policy safeguards and commercializes intellectual property. The NISP, through the IIC, promotes a startup culture, encouraging collaboration and innovation across industries. Together, these policies create a robust ecosystem for sustainable entrepreneurship and technological advancement.
Team Members

Dr.K.Ramesh Reddy
Principal, GNITS

Dr. N. Kalyani
Professor and Dean, I &I

Dr.Shashwat Pathak
CEO, AIC-GNITS

Ms. Aradhana
Incubation Associate, AIC-GNITS
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