Applications are invited for the CEDI NITT’s 2-Day Startup Boot Camps under the GENESIS Scheme MeiTy. The application deadline is February 21, 2025!
About CEDI
The Center for Entrepreneurship Development and Incubation (CEDI) is an independent organization established by the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Trichy, in 2012. Registered under Section 8 of the Companies Act, CEDI has built a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem at NIT Trichy. It focuses on supporting young entrepreneurs to launch technology start-ups, particularly in the fields of ICT and Electronics, by commercializing their innovative technologies.
One of CEDI’s key initiatives is the Technological Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs (TIDE) project, which is funded by the Department of Electronics and Information Technology, Ministry of Communications & Information Technology, Government of India. Through this program, CEDI fosters the growth of start-ups in ICT and Electronics by providing incubation, acceleration, mentoring, and funding opportunities. Incubated companies benefit from access to NIT Trichy’s infrastructure, departmental labs, and other resources for product development. Additionally, these companies gain the advantage of collaborating with NIT’s talented student body through internships.
Why Attend?
- Gain hands-on knowledge and mentorship from experts
- Network with like-minded innovators and entrepreneurs.
- Refine your startup pitch and business model.
Participating New/Early Stage Startup Team
- Mandatory 2-3 members per startup team (only as a team)
- Open to students, faculty, entrepreneurs, innovators, founders & co-founders.
Important Dates and Venue
- February 27th and 28th at NIT Trichy.
- March 14th and 15th at the Institution of Engineers Madurai Local Centre, Surveyor Colony.
Focus Sectors/Domains
- 4′ Tech Innovation: Electronics, IT, AI, loT, Blockchain
- Digital Solutions for: Health, Education, Agri, Defense, Aerospace, Sustainability
Only 20-25 eligible startup teams will be selected per Bootcamp Venue: at NIT Trichy & 1E1, Madurai Local Centre.
Registration and Accommodation Details
- No Registration Fee
- No Accommodation/TA will be provided
How to Register?
Interested and eligible candidates can directly apply through this link.
Contact Details
- For further details: visit: www.cedinitt.com
- Email: cedioffice@nitt.edu
- CEDI Office: +91 80159 69486
- Centre For Entrepreneurship Development and Incubation National Institute of Technology , Tiruchirappalli-620015
Deadline
The application deadline is February 21, 2025.
