Empowering Startups in Tier 2 & 3 Cities

ACIC-VGU Foundation is a startup incubator supported by NITI Aayog and AIM, Government of India, dedicated to nurturing early-stage entrepreneurs.

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140+

Startups Incubated

₹10Cr+

Funding Supported

50+

Expert Mentors

60+

Partners

About ACIC-VGU Foundation

We are an Atal Community Innovation Center supported by NITI Aayog and Atal Innovation Mission, Government of India. Our mission is to foster innovation and entrepreneurship in underserved regions.

Our Vision

To become a leading startup incubator that transforms innovative ideas into successful businesses.

Government Backed

Supported by NITI Aayog and Atal Innovation Mission, ensuring credibility, resources, and strong policy connections.

Expert Network

Access to a vast network of industry experts, mentors, and partners who provide invaluable guidance and support.

Inclusive Focus

Special emphasis on supporting entrepreneurs from Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, bridging the urban-rural innovation gap.

Our Programs

We offer structured programs to support entrepreneurs at different stages of their startup journey, from ideation to scaling.

PowerPlay 45

DST NIDHI Seed Support Program

UpcubateX: Call for Incubation

Call for Application for Mentors

Our Innovation Labs

Access state-of-the-art facilities and equipment to prototype, test, and develop your innovative solutions across various domains.

Makers-Space Studio

Design & Craft Studio

Fabrication Studio

Apparel Studio

Textile Studio

Prototyping Studio

Major Grants and Funding Support

You focus on building – we’ll help with the funding. Trusted programs like SISFS, MeitY, and HDFC Parivartan have your back.

With this innovation centre, we are providing a bridge to the Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities of the country to create the next unicorn.

Dr. Chintan Vaishnav

Mission Director - Atal Innovation Mission

A Little Introduction

Our Ecosystem in a nutshell

Atal Community Innovation Centre - Vivekananda Global University Foundation (ACIC-VGU Foundation) supported by Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), Niti Aayog envisages to build and nurture the community in the state of Rajasthan including its Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities with respect to the startup and innovation ecosystem for the sector of design & craft, handicrafts, lifestyle, fashion, and agriculture.