Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) Grants for Incubators and Start-ups

The Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), launched by NITI Aayog, is a flagship initiative to foster an ecosystem of innovation and entrepreneurship across India. It provides financial and technical support to various stakeholders through specific programs. The Atal Incubation Centres (AIC) program funds the establishment of new incubation centers that nurture innovative start-ups by providing workspace, mentorship, and investor networking. The Atal New India Challenge (ANIC) provides grants to start-ups and MSMEs for creating commercializable products based on advanced technologies that solve social problems in sectors like health, agriculture, and energy. Additionally, the Established Incubation Centres (EIC) scheme offers scale-up support to existing high-performing incubators. The mission aims to transform India into a technology-driven economy by bridging the gap between research and commercialization.