Introduction to the EXIN Incubation Cell:
EXIN’s Incubation Cell is a forward-thinking initiative designed to promote entrepreneurship, innovation, and design-led development. It offers a platform for budding entrepreneurs, students, and professionals to ideate, develop, and launch innovative business ventures, with a particular emphasis on design, technology, sustainability, and social impact.
Mission & Vision:
Mission: To nurture a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship by providing a structured environment where creative ideas can be transformed into viable business models.
Vision: To become a leading incubation platform in India and Asia that supports startups with design thinking, technological excellence, and sustainable innovation.
Infrastructure and Facilities:
State-of-the-art coworking spaces and dedicated incubation rooms
Advanced labs for product prototyping and digital fabrication
Design studios equipped with the latest tools and software
High-speed internet, meeting rooms, and business support systems
Access to EXIN's library of design and business knowledge resources
Support System:
Regular mentorship and technical guidance by domain experts
Legal and financial advisory support
Help with startup registration, IP filing, and compliance
Branding, marketing, and go-to-market strategy support
Pitching opportunities to investors, angel networks, and venture capitalists
Programs & Activities:
Startup Bootcamps and Innovation Challenges
Entrepreneurship Development Programs (EDP)
Hackathons, design sprints, and case competitions
Workshops on lean startup, business model canvas, and MVP development
Guest lectures, panel discussions, and networking meetups
Focus Areas:
The incubation cell focuses on design and technology-driven startups in the fields of:
Sustainable product design and packaging innovation
Smart home and interior solutions
Textile and fashion-tech startups
Ed-tech, health-tech, and agri-tech
Green building and smart infrastructure innovation
Student Startups & Alumni Network:
EXIN takes pride in supporting student entrepreneurs who have successfully launched their ventures. The alumni network offers ongoing support, collaboration opportunities, and global exposure for current incubatees.
Industry Collaborations:
EXIN has strategic collaborations with leading design institutions, multinational corporations, research bodies, and government-backed startup ecosystems to provide global insights and real-world validation.
Eligibility & Application:
Any EXIN student, alumni, or external candidate with an innovative idea in design, tech, or social innovation is eligible to apply. Selection is based on idea feasibility, impact potential, and innovation quotient.
Outcome & Impact:
Over the years, the EXIN Incubation Cell has helped numerous startups with ideation, funding, mentorship, and successful market launches. It continues to be a catalyst in shaping future designers and entrepreneurs of India.