HIGHLIGHTS
Applications open for Incubation Cohort 2026   •   ACPS Innovation Summit — April 2026   •   Mentorship registrations now open   •   New Startup Lab facility launched at RNGI Campus, Agra

Incubation Programs

From early-stage idea to full-scale growth — we support every phase of your startup journey.

4 Structured Programs 70+ Seats / Cohort MSME Recognised

Four Pathways to Success

A structured continuum — from idea validation to market scaling — tailored for every stage of entrepreneurship.

Ideate
Validate
Build
Scale
Stage 1

Pre-Incubation

Duration 3 Months
Seats 20 / Cohort

For early-stage ideas. We help you validate, refine, and build the foundation for your startup.

Ideation Validation Prototyping
Duration
3 Months
Seats
20 / Cohort
Ideation workshops & design thinking
Business model canvas development
Prototype guidance & feasibility study
Weekly mentor check-ins
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Stage 2

Incubation Program

Duration 12 Months
Seats 15 / Cohort

For startups with validated ideas. Full mentorship, workspace, and market + funding support.

Mentorship Workspace Funding
Duration
12 Months
Seats
15 / Cohort
Dedicated desk space & co-working access
1-on-1 mentorship from industry experts
Investor readiness & pitch preparation
Legal, IP & financial advisory support
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Stage 3

Virtual Incubation

Duration 9 Months
Seats 25 / Cohort

For startups outside Agra. Remote mentoring, online resources, and digital support system.

Remote Online Support Digital
Duration
9 Months
Seats
25 / Cohort
Virtual mentor sessions & group workshops
Access to online resource library
Digital collaboration tools & community
Remote pitch prep & investor introductions
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Stage 4

Acceleration

Duration 6 Months
Seats 10 / Cohort

For growth-stage startups. Investor connect, market expansion, and scaling strategies.

Scaling Investors Expansion
Duration
6 Months
Seats
10 / Cohort
Curated investor introductions
Market expansion & GTM strategy
Partnership facilitation with industry
Demo Day & public pitch opportunities
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Eligibility Criteria

Our programs are open to students, faculty, researchers, and entrepreneurs with innovative, scalable ideas.

Students & Faculty

Students, researchers, and faculty from any discipline at any institution are welcome to apply.

Idea-Stage Innovators

Anyone with a validated problem statement and a potential solution that addresses a real need.

Early-Stage Startups

Registered or unregistered startups in pre-revenue or early traction phase looking to scale.

Alumni Entrepreneurs

RNGI alumni or entrepreneurs from the broader Agra and UP ecosystem building impactful ventures.

How to Apply

01

Submit Application

Fill out the online application form with your idea, team details, and stage of progress.

02

Initial Screening

Our committee reviews your application and schedules a brief discovery call with shortlisted candidates.

03

Pitch Presentation

Present your idea to the selection panel. Focus on the problem, solution, and team capabilities.

04

Onboarding & Kickoff

Selected startups are onboarded into the program with a dedicated orientation and mentor assignment.

Ready to Join a Program?

Applications are open for the 2026 cohort. Apply now to secure your spot.